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Children's Dance Books

Ballerina: A Step-by-step Guide to BalletBallerina: A Step-by-step Guide to Ballet
Jane Hackett
From first position to pirouettes, from makeup to mime, this book is a practical introduction to the world of ballet for all budding ballerinas. Stunning step-by-step photography shot at the English National Ballet School, and clear, concise text illustrate and explain basic steps, with advanced versions to inspire young dancers. The accompanying DVD shows many of the steps in action, and also features two complete dances. Hardcover, 79 pp. $19.99.


The Yoga Adventure for ChildrenThe Yoga Adventure for Children

Helen Purperhart
The Yoga Adventure for Children is a ready-to-use resource for elementary school teachers and yoga instructors who wish to create children's classes or add sessions between classes, during a gym class or after school. This book contains 82 excercises and games that stimulate suppleness and strength. Accompanied by clear illustrations, they are organized into sections, which include Warm-Up, Breathing, Visualization, Postures, Concentration, Meditation, and Wake-Up excercises. Softcover, 130 pp. $18.50.


The NutcrackerThe Nutcracker

Karen Kain
As sparkling as the holiday season itself, this new presentation of The Nutcracker introduces children to the dream-world tale of magic and sugar plums. Based on the James Kudelka/National Ballet of Canada production, this picture-book version is told by Canada's renowned prima ballerina, Karen Kain, with illustrations by Rajka Kupesic. Hardcover, $24.99.

Becoming a BallerinaBecoming a Ballerina
Nancy Ellison & Susan Jaffe
Becoming a Ballerina
is for every child who dreams of becoming a dancer. Featuring renowned photographer Nancy Ellison's whimsical images, follow young Alexandra as she leaps, falls, stretches, poses, and daydreams of performing on stage. Hardcover, 95 pp. $29.95.

The Parent's Book of BalletThe Parent's Book of Ballet
Angela Whitehill
Co-authored by William Noble.
Answers critical questions about the care and development of the young dancer. Softcover, 184 pp. $29.95.

 

Ballet SchoolBallet School
Naia Bray-Moffat
Ballet School is a magical introduction to the world of classical ballet, providing young readers with a chance to discover what it is like to become a real ballet dancer. Following the experiences of young ballet students, aspiring dancers will not only learn the essential ballet positions and exercises, but they will also be inspired by the beautiful photographs to follow their own dreams of dance. Hardcover 48 pp. $19.95


Dance! An Eyewitness Book
Andree Grau
A superb illustrated history of dance for young people. 60 pp. $19.99.


Movement Stories for Young Children
Pamela Gerke, co-authored with Helen Landalf.
Story-based movement activities for young children that foster physical development, self-esteem, and concepts of body and space. 83 pp. $27.95.

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