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PROP-BASED MOVEMENT STORIES

DANCE-IT-OUT! with Props

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In the series debut, stretch, spin, jump, march, and more along with Ballerina K and friends on a sweet adventure to find Tammy. Use a scarf as a backpack, a paddle, butterfly wings, a towel, and a pillow to enhance the fun while exploring movement, dance fundamentals, and early-learning concepts. 

Tammy the troll: A dance in the forest (ages 3+)

Collaboration w/ Dina McDermott

Collaboration w/ Dina McDermott

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Fly like a butterfly

Collaboration w/ Dina McDermott

girl dancing with a scarf as butterful wings

Paddle down the river

girl paddling down the river with her scarf as the paddle

Visting a friend

ILLUSTRATED BY cristian (South korea)

book page with dancers

A special gift

ILLUSTRATED BY cristian (South korea)

ILLUSTRATED BY cristian (South korea)

book page with butterflies

ILLUSTRATED BY cristian (South korea)

ILLUSTRATED BY cristian (South korea)

ILLUSTRATED BY cristian (South korea)

book page of kids in a canoe in the river - birds are in dance poses
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Review Excerpts

This is a fantastic addition to the Once Upon a Dance collection, and it is a story that will easily inspire creative expression and physical movement in a fun and memorable way. It is a highly recommended addition to classrooms that promote creative motion in a collaborative group setting.

—Mary Lanni, Independent Librarian Reviewer


This delightful narrative is a wonderful choice for dance teachers, librarians, and other educators who regularly work with preschoolers. While children will find the story charming, the adult professionals appear to be the target audience of Konora’s ballet-inspired dance tips and tricks. 

—Kirkus Reviews

A superbly illustrated picture book helping children to stretch and twist – and dance. Perfect for the classroom!  

—The Wishing Shelf 


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