Feel the Beat: Dance Poems that Zing from Salsa to Swing
Feel the Beat: Dance Poems that Zing from Salsa to Swing
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Feel the Beat: Dance Poems that Zing from Salsa to Swing

Written by Marilyn Singer & illustrated by Kristi Valiant
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5 - 8
Reading age
32
Page count
490L
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Mar 7, 2017
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An irresistible book of poems about dancing that mimic the rhythms of social dances from cha-cha to two-step, by the acclaimed author of Mirror Mirror Marilyn Singer has crafted a vibrant collection of poems celebrating all forms of social dance from samba and salsa to tango and hip-hop. The rhythm of each poem mimics the beat of the dances’ steps. Together with Kristi Valiant’s dynamic illustrations, the poems create a window to all the ways dance enters our lives and exists throughout many cultures. This ingenious collection will inspire readers to get up and move! Included with the book is an audio CD of the author reading each poem accompanied by original music from composer Jonathon Roberts.

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dancemusic  multiculturalperforming arts

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780803740211
    Publication Date
    March 7, 2017
    Publisher
    Dial Books for Young Readers
    Page Count
    32
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    5 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2016000633
    Lexile® Level
    490L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~M
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~3.3

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