Daryl’s ordinary life takes an adventurous turn when fairies cast their magic . Kids dance along with the story characters and a professional ballet dancer in this interactive story designed to get kids up and moving. Ballerina Konora joins the pages with photos and suggestions for movement exploration. Three books in readers can enjoy the story, act out the tale in their own way, or try Konora’s suggested activities, designed by an award-winning ballet teacher to develop body awareness and movement knowledge.
Daryl and the Dancing Dolls is ideal for kids who have had earlier series’ success or for children 6+. It features Daryl (no pronouns), Penny (she), the dolls (10 female, 2 male), and the creatures Daryl meets on the road. Dance-It-Out!s are above level (language-wise) as they're intended to be initially enjoyed with a caregiver/teacher. (~700+Lexile)
Movement Concepts and Dance Technique in This • Second Position Grand Plié • Pivot Turns • Piqué • Twirl • Forward Stretch • Jumping • Head Isolations including Pre-Spotting (also Side-to-Side/Tilted) • Sideways Kick • Leap • Balancing on One Leg • Flexed Hands/Feet • Leg/Arm Rotation (Parallel/Turned Out) • Body Part Isolation (Fingers, Thumb, Shoulders, Leg, etc.) • Coordinated Movements (Skating, Climbing, Shifting Weight, Squatting, etc.) • Centering/Breath/Sighing • Small Motor Skills (Pointing, Fists, Wrist Isolation, Counting on Fingers) • Muscle Activation • Counted Movement • Quality of Movement (Smooth/Sharp, Slow/Fast) • Showing Emotion (Surprise, Excitement, Fear, Interest, etc.) • Shapes (Wide/Tall, Bend/Straight)
Main elements include Fairies, Magic, Ice Skating, Trucks, Helping Others, and Developing Friendships.
This movement journey is ideal for dance, creative movement, physical education, homeschool, kindergarten, first-grade, or second-grade activities. The book features diverse characters. Dance-it-Out! books make a great gift for boys or girls interested in dance, ballet, gymnastics, or yoga, or reluctant readers who enjoy getting up and moving.
Once Upon a Dance Brought to you by a mother-daughter pair donating all profits to charity. Ballerina Konora is living her dreams as a professional ballerina. Her mother, Teacher Terrel, taught creative movement and ballet for decades and was recognized by her local City Council for embodying the spirit of partnership and commitment to children in our community for her work with young dancers. She’s breathed dance from every angle and has worked in education and with various non-profits supporting kids and families.
Once Upon a Dance has the following endorsements/ • Kirkus Reviews Starred Review • PenCraft Award First Place Winner • Mom’s Choice Gold Award Recipient • Family Choice Award • Firebird Book Award First Place • Royal Dragonfly Book Award First Place • Purple Dragonfly Book Award First Place • B.R.A.G. Medallion Award • International Impact Book Award Winner • Maincrest Media Award Winner • Golden Boar Cover of the Year • Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Book Juvenile Fiction • Outstanding Creator Awards Winner • Readers Favorite Certified Great Read • Love Reading 4 Kids Indie Books We Love • Literary Titan 5-Star Book Award • Indie’s Today 5-Star Recommended • Wishing Shelf 5-Star Emblem
Daryl’s ordinary life takes an adventurous turn when fairies cast their magic . Kids dance along with the story characters and a professional ballet dancer in this interactive story designed to get kids up and moving. Ballerina Konora joins the pages with photos and suggestions for movement exploration. Three books in readers can enjoy the story, act out the tale in their own way, or try Konora’s suggested activities, designed by an award-winning ballet teacher to develop body awareness and movement knowledge.
Daryl and the Dancing Dolls is ideal for kids who have had earlier series’ success or for children 6+. It features Daryl (no pronouns), Penny (she), the dolls (10 female, 2 male), and the creatures Daryl meets on the road. Dance-It-Out!s are above level (language-wise) as they're intended to be initially enjoyed with a caregiver/teacher. (~700+Lexile)
Movement Concepts and Dance Technique in This • Second Position Grand Plié • Pivot Turns • Piqué • Twirl • Forward Stretch • Jumping • Head Isolations including Pre-Spotting (also Side-to-Side/Tilted) • Sideways Kick • Leap • Balancing on One Leg • Flexed Hands/Feet • Leg/Arm Rotation (Parallel/Turned Out) • Body Part Isolation (Fingers, Thumb, Shoulders, Leg, etc.) • Coordinated Movements (Skating, Climbing, Shifting Weight, Squatting, etc.) • Centering/Breath/Sighing • Small Motor Skills (Pointing, Fists, Wrist Isolation, Counting on Fingers) • Muscle Activation • Counted Movement • Quality of Movement (Smooth/Sharp, Slow/Fast) • Showing Emotion (Surprise, Excitement, Fear, Interest, etc.) • Shapes (Wide/Tall, Bend/Straight)
Main elements include Fairies, Magic, Ice Skating, Trucks, Helping Others, and Developing Friendships.
This movement journey is ideal for dance, creative movement, physical education, homeschool, kindergarten, first-grade, or second-grade activities. The book features diverse characters. Dance-it-Out! books make a great gift for boys or girls interested in dance, ballet, gymnastics, or yoga, or reluctant readers who enjoy getting up and moving.
Once Upon a Dance Brought to you by a mother-daughter pair donating all profits to charity. Ballerina Konora is living her dreams as a professional ballerina. Her mother, Teacher Terrel, taught creative movement and ballet for decades and was recognized by her local City Council for embodying the spirit of partnership and commitment to children in our community for her work with young dancers. She’s breathed dance from every angle and has worked in education and with various non-profits supporting kids and families.
Once Upon a Dance has the following endorsements/ • Kirkus Reviews Starred Review • PenCraft Award First Place Winner • Mom’s Choice Gold Award Recipient • Family Choice Award • Firebird Book Award First Place • Royal Dragonfly Book Award First Place • Purple Dragonfly Book Award First Place • B.R.A.G. Medallion Award • International Impact Book Award Winner • Maincrest Media Award Winner • Golden Boar Cover of the Year • Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Book Juvenile Fiction • Outstanding Creator Awards Winner • Readers Favorite Certified Great Read • Love Reading 4 Kids Indie Books We Love • Literary Titan 5-Star Book Award • Indie’s Today 5-Star Recommended • Wishing Shelf 5-Star Emblem