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Doris is perfect for young children and early readers who delight in stories of friendship, courage, and discovery, and for parents and educators seeking an inspiring and beautifully illustrated tale.
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See moreIndie favourite Sarah Jacoby's Doris dances to her own tune in this whimsical and emotionally resonant tale about finding the courage to be yourself.
Doris dances to her own tune in this whimsical and emotionally resonant tale about finding the courage to be yourself.
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Doris has always revelled in the warmth of a spotlight.
Her whole life, she's danced the nights away, with friends from the only home she's ever known.
But one day, Doris twirls.
Out
Of
Step
Until she stumbles across a whole new kind of spotlight.
This gorgeous tale, filled with breathtaking art, is a classic in the making, reminiscent of favourites such as Ferdinand and Peter Rabbit. It will surely melt your heart and might even make you want to dance in the moonlight!
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A Bank Street Best Book of the Year
★ "Inspiration to step--or dance--out of one's comfort zone." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"A limpid story of self-discovery...about taking risks to enter a new world with curiosity and joy." - Publishers Weekly
"Magical and moving." - Booklist
"An applause-worthy tale." - BCCB
"Joyous [and] vibrant." - School Library Journal
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781250829382
Publisher: St Martin's Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 15 August 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: St Martin's Press
Illustration: full-color illustrations throughout
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Sarah Jacoby
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 13.0mm
Width: 239.0mm
Height: 291.0mm
Weight: 458g
Pages: 40
About the Author
Sarah Jacoby is the award-winning author and illustrator of such picture books as Can I Sit With You? and Forever Or a Day, about which the New York Times wrote, "Her soft illustrations, in lovely sunrise, sunset, and moonlight colors, capture both wide-open spaces and the enduring bonds of family love." Sarah often thinks about colors and light as she dances in her little row home in Philadelphia. thesarahjacoby.com @sjacobee
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