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Dance Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Dance

46 books about dance

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Chapter Books Middle Grade Graphic Novels

Cover of Boys Dancing From School Gym to Theater Stage

Boys Dancing From School Gym to Theater Stage

For boys who love to move but might feel hesitant about dance, this photo-filled journey shows how athleticism and art c

Cover of Celia Cruz

Claudia Romo Edelman, William Alexander

For the child who loves to sing and dance but needs to see how passion and perseverance can turn a childhood dream into

Ages 8–12

Cover of Lin-Manuel Miranda

Lin-Manuel Miranda

Claudia Romo Edelman, Sara E. Echenique

For the child who loves to sing, dance, and tell stories, this biography follows Lin-Manuel Miranda's path from a creati

Cover of To Dance: A Memoir

To Dance: A Memoir

Siena Cherson Siegel

For the child whose passion for an art form feels like their entire world, this memoir captures the grit and grace requi

Cover of Marie in Fourth Position The Story of Degas's "The Little Dancer"

Marie in Fourth Position The Story of Degas's "The Little Dancer"

Amy Littlesugar

For the child who needs to see how hard work and passion can turn a difficult situation into something enduring and beau

Cover of For the Duration

26 Fairmount Avenue #8

For the Duration

For the child curious about history and how families stay strong during difficult times, this memoir explores life's sma

Cover of Ballet Shoes

Noel Streatfeild

For the child discovering their own unique passions while navigating the expectations of family and hard work.

Cover of How to Spot a Disco Diva

An Essential Bubblegum Guide #3

How to Spot a Disco Diva

Ged Backland, Phil Renshaw

For the child who loves a good laugh and observing social trends, this tongue-in-cheek guide uses a 'scientific' lens to

Cover of Dancing Home

Alma Flor Ada, Gabriel M. Zubizarreta

For the child navigating the complex feelings of belonging to two cultures and learning to find pride in their family he

Cover of Monsieur Marceau: Actor Without Words

Monsieur Marceau: Actor Without Words

For the child who expresses themselves through movement or for those curious about how a quiet hero can make a world of

Cover of The Posh Puppy Pageant

JoJo and BowBow #3

The Posh Puppy Pageant

For the child feeling the weight of competition or peer pressure, JoJo and BowBow show how to stay true to yourself when

Cover of I, Cosmo

Carlie Sorosiak

For the child navigating the uncertainty of parents separating, this story offers comfort through the eyes of a devoted

Cover of Ballet Academy

For the aspiring dancer who wants to know exactly what happens behind the studio doors at a world-class ballet school.

Cover of Stompin' at the Savoy

Stompin' at the Savoy

Bebe Moore Campbell

For the child feeling frozen by stage fright or the pressure to perform. This magical journey through history helps youn

Cover of Jasmine's Lucky Star

Ballerina Dreams #4

Jasmine's Lucky Star

For the young dancer navigating the excitement and nerves of a first ballet class, while learning to balance new friends

Cover of Dancing for Ever

Ballerina Dreams #3

Dancing for Ever

For the young performer navigating the stress of big auditions while trying to stay true to herself and her friends.

Cover of The Cheerleaders of Doom

The Cheerleaders of Doom

Michael Buckley

For the child who feels like an outsider, this high-energy adventure celebrates how unique 'flaws' can actually be incre

Cover of JoJo's Guide to the Sweet Life

JoJo's Guide to the Sweet Life

For the child who needs a boost of confidence to be their authentic self, this scrapbook-style guide offers JoJo Siwa's

Cover of Noelle of The Nutcracker

Noelle of The Nutcracker

For the child who loves the magic of the stage or feels the sting of competition, this story explores longing and the tr

Cover of Dancing Magic

Magic Dancing #1

Elizabeth Lindsay

For the child who loves to twirl and dreams of hidden worlds, this story follows a young girl who discovers that a speci

Cover of The Story of the Dancing Frog

The Story of the Dancing Frog

For the child or adult processing a sudden life change, this whimsical tale shows how finding a new passion can lead us

Cover of Did You Hear about Amber?

Did You Hear about Amber?

For the teenager grappling with a life-changing medical diagnosis that threatens their passion and social status.

Cover of Sock Monkey in the Spotlight

Sock Monkey in the Spotlight

For the child who loves the spotlight but gets butterflies when things go wrong, this funny story turns performance pres

Cover of Put Your Best Foot Forward: A Young Dancer's Guide to Life

Put Your Best Foot Forward: A Young Dancer's Guide to Life

Suki Schorer, School of American Ballet

For the aspiring dancer who wants to carry the grace of the stage into every part of their life through discipline, pois

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