Book Series · 2 Books

Zuri Ray Books

In order from Zuri Ray Tries Ballet to Zuri Ray and the Backyard Bash.

The Zuri Ray series is a set of 2 picture books by Tami Charles, published between 2021 and 2022. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 40 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1799

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Zuri Ray Tries Ballet

By Tami Charles, Sharon Sordo (Illustrator)

Zuri faces ballet camp, but can she stay true to herself?

40 pages· 750 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

Hardcover

Summary: Zuri Ray is always ready for a challenge, but when her best friend Jessie invites her to ballet camp, she hesitates. Ballet's tight buns and frilly tutus aren't her style. Can Zuri find a way to support her friend without losing herself? Discover how Zuri adds her own twist to classical ballet, proving that staying true to oneself is the ultimate dance. Will she find her rhythm or stumble in the spotlight?

In reading order

Zuri Ray Series

2 books · Published 2021–2022

#1 in Series

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$1799

Zuri Ray Tries Ballet

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Zuri faces ballet camp, but can she stay true to herself?

#2 in Series

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$1697

Zuri Ray and the Backyard Bash

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

A girl's perfect party plan spirals into chaos. Can she adapt?

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How many books are in the Zuri Ray series?

There are 2 books in the Zuri Ray series. It began with Zuri Ray Tries Ballet in 2021, and the newest book, Zuri Ray and the Backyard Bash, was published in 2022.