Sign in
Read to Sleep
Books
Kids
Popular
Authors & Events
Gifts & Deals
Audio
Sign In
Look Inside
Mar 07, 2017 | ISBN 9780803740211 | 5-8 years Buy
Mar 07, 2017 | ISBN 9780735229044 | 5-8 years Buy
Mar 07, 2017 | 29 Minutes | 5-8 years Buy
Also available from:
Available from:
Mar 07, 2017 | ISBN 9780803740211 | 5-8 years
Mar 07, 2017 | ISBN 9780735229044 | 5-8 years
Mar 07, 2017 | ISBN 9781524777173 | 5-8 years
29 Minutes
An irresistible book of poems about dancing that mimic the rhythms of social dances from cha-cha to two-step, by the acclaimed author of Mirror Mirror Marilyn Singer has crafted a vibrant collection of poems celebrating all forms of social dance from samba and salsa to tango and hip-hop. The rhythm of each poem mimics the beat of the dances’ steps. Together with Kristi Valiant’s dynamic illustrations, the poems create a window to all the ways dance enters our lives and exists throughout many cultures. This ingenious collection will inspire readers to get up and move!Included with the book is an audio CD of the author reading each poem accompanied by original music from composer Jonathon Roberts.
An irresistible book of poems about dancing that mimic the rhythms of social dances from cha-cha to two-step, by the acclaimed author of Mirror Mirror Marilyn Singer has crafted a vibrant collection of poems celebrating all forms of social dance from samba and salsa to tango and hip-hop. The rhythm of each poem mimics the beat of the dances’ steps. Together with Kristi Valiant’s dynamic illustrations, the poems create a window to all the ways dance enters our lives and exists throughout many cultures. This ingenious collection will inspire readers to get up and move!Included with the e-book is an audio recording of the author reading each poem accompanied by original music.
Listen to author Marilyn Singer read this lively collection of poems about dance to the rhythm of each style. The poems are accompanied by original music.
Marilyn Singer has crafted a vibrant collection of poems celebrating all forms of social dance from samba and salsa to tango and hip-hop. The rhythm of each poem mimics the beat of the dances’ steps. Enhanced by original music, the poems create a window to all the ways dance enters our lives and exists throughout many cultures. This audiobook will inspire listeners to get up and move.
Features music composed and performed by Jonathon Roberts.
Marilyn Singer is an award-winning author of more than 90 children’s books in a wide variety of genres.
“The beautiful illustrations exude the energy ofthe dancers as they twirl and spin across the pages, and the happy array of faces reflects the wide range ofcultures and traditions that the poems draw upon. The message about how music and dance can unite us isa happy and timely one.” —Booklist“An absolute delight to read, these poems will have children and adults moving to the beat. A charming addition to poetry and music collections” —School Library Journal“A celebration of the variety and global diversity of dance, and of how it can unite communities.” —Publishers Weekly“Skilled poet Singer varies her verse form according to the featured dance…This has additional potential for reading aloud to much younger listeners to broaden out dance topics from the usual run of ballet, ballet, ballet and to introduce some opportunities to get up and cut a rug.” —BCCB
Visit other sites in the Penguin Random House Network
Stay in Touch
By clicking Sign Up, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to Penguin Random House's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
