Dayana, Dax, and the Dancing Dragon - (Dance-It-Out! Creative Movement Stories for Young Movers) by Once Upon A Dance (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Dayana's new baby brother has finally arrived, and she can't wait to teach him her best dance moves. There's only one problem. Nobody told Dayana that babies can't stand up. Luckily, baby Dax has a surprise in store that leaves his big sister in awe!

Each Dance-It-Out! story is a kids' dance performance for the imagination stage. Ballerina Konora joins the fun with dance suggestions on each page. Three books in one: readers can enjoy the story, act out the tale in their own way, or follow Konora's suggested moves, designed by an award-winning dance teacher to improve body coordination and teach dance fundamentals.

Review Quotes

Nowadays, it is quite difficult to be original, but this story achieves it. -Readers' Favorite

Another lovely story from Once Upon a Dance encouraging movement and creative expression. -Love Reading for Kids

With comforting words and dreamlike, loving illustrations, Olha Tkachenko adorns the pages with colorful pictures that complement the plotline. Take a deep breath with this picture book. Slow down for a moment for a cuddle with your kids. -Authors Reading

A sweetly illustrated story perfect for introducing young children to dance. -Wishing Shelf

Children who love to dance and move will look forward to interacting with each new character in these unique stories.

-Mary Lanni, Independent/Librarian Reviewer