
By John Sullivan, Zach Manbeck (Illustrator)
A shy boy must find the courage to dance in the school talent show.
Stanley loves to tap dance, but only his pet mice know his secret. Encouraged by Principal Reynolds, he faces the daunting challenge of performing in the school talent show. Can Stanley overcome his shyness and share his talent with everyone? As he practices in empty classrooms and the gym, the question looms: will he find the courage to step into the spotlight and let his passion shine?
The award-winning author of Kitten and the Night Watchman is back with an inspiring and poignant picture book about a boy learning the self-confidence to fulfill his dream of dancing in front of his peers. The only audience shy, quiet Stanley dances in front of is his pet mice, Squeaker and Nibbles. He also practices when he’s alone in empty classrooms or the gym when he helps the janitor after school, tap dancing shuffle, tippy-tap, tippy-tap. “Talent should be shared,” encourages Principal Reynolds. Can Stanley find the courage to perform in the school talent show?
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