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Shall We Dance?

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Shall We Dance? by Robin Page is a delightful children's book that explores the fascinating world of dance. With vibrant illustrations and engaging narrative, it introduces young readers to a variety of animal dances, showcasing how different species use movement, rhythm, and grace as part of their natural behaviour. The book is both educational and entertaining, sparking curiosity about the wonders of the animal kingdom.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories that creatively blend learning with fun, as it introduces children to different types of dances from around the world. Filled with vibrant illustrations, it is perfect for young readers intrigued by cultural exploration and movement.

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Shall We Dance?

Nature is putting on a dance recital…come watch! From award-winning author-illustrator Robin Page, SHALL WE DANCE? is a beautiful exploration of how and why different animals move their bodies.

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Nature puts on a dance recital in this beautiful nonfiction picture book from Caldecott Honor author-illustrator Robin Page, exploring how and why different animals move their bodies.

Cranes pirouette, scorpions tango, and seahorses twine in this ode to the amazing dance moves in the animal kingdom. Whether it’s to find a mate, repel a predator, or just for fun, readers will learn the purpose behind each creature’s graceful, exuberant, or playful moves. And they might even want to get up and join in the dancing fun!

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Shall We Dance? by Robin Page offers a delightful and educational exploration of the animal kingdom's dance-like behaviours, appealing to a broad age range with its engaging illustrations and varied text complexity. Reviewers commend its entertaining and informative content, noting its potential to inspire readers to mimic the fascinating animal movements it showcases.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781665916059

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 April 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Beach Lane Books

Illustration: f-c (spfx: spot gloss) matte film, jkt & int on coated stock; digital

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Robin Page

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 229.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 485g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Robin Page has written and illustrated many picture books celebrating the natural world, including the 2003 Caldecott Honor recipient What Do You Do with a Tail Like This?, which she created with her husband Steve Jenkins, and her own A Chicken Followed Me Home!, Seeds Move!, Shall We Dance?, and Who Meows?. Robin lives in Boulder, Colorado.

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