Books About Dance · 584 titles considered

The Best Dance Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about dance? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Ellen Tebbits
Katy Duck Makes a Friend
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Dance

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015

Appleblossom the Possum

By Holly Goldberg Sloan, Gary Rosen (Illustrator), Gary A. Rosen (Illustrator)

A young possum named Appleblossom navigates the dangers of the world with her family and learns to rely on her instincts and her brothers to survive

274 pages· 30,695 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 2,102 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 1951

Ellen Tebbits

By Beverly Cleary, Tracy Dockray (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Ellen & Otis series

Ellen's secret bonds her to Austine, but a mistake threatens their friendship. Can she make amends?

192 pages· 22,745 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 8,648 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6

Dancing Dinos Go to School

Dinosaurs spend their day playing, learning, and having fun in school.

32 pages· 120 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 557 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2011

Katy Duck Makes a Friend

Can a dancing duck and a rough boy find common ground to play together?

24 pages· 258 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.6/5 Goodreads · 80 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019

New Moves

New dance class, new friend. Can Gabby keep her old friendships intact?

72 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 15 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–7 · 1993

Nina, Nina Ballerina

Nina's mom must find her among many butterflies at the dance show. Can she do it?

32 pages· 429 words· Est. 8 min read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 108 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

This Little Trailblazer

Discover ten women who changed history with their courage and vision.

26 pages
6.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 460 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2003

The Nutcracker

Uncover magical pop-up scenes in a Nutcracker adventure.

12 pages
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.7/5 Goodreads · 25 ratings
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1998

Bijou, Bonbon and Beau

Kittens disrupt a Parisian ballet, causing chaos and wonder.

26 pages
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 72 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2016

Wally Does Not Want a Haircut

A sheep's shaggy wool causes trouble, forcing him to face his fear of haircuts.

32 pages· 312 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 432 ratings
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Dance Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about dance for the youngest readers and listeners.

Giraffes Can't Dance

Ages 3–5 · 2012

A giraffe finds his rhythm and learns to dance.

The Nutcracker

Ages 1–3 · 2018

A Nutcracker doll springs to life, leading a girl on a magical Christmas adventure.

The Snowman Shuffle

Ages 1–4 · 2015

Dance through winter with playful rhymes and fun moves.

Flora and the Ostrich
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Flora and the Ostrich

Ages 3–5 · 2017

Flora meets a new friend and learns opposites attract.

Barnyard Dance!

Ages 0–4 · 1993

Join a lively barnyard dance with twirling pigs and fiddle-playing cows.

Miss Bunny's Shapes

Ages 0–4 · 2017

Uncover the mystery of Miss Bunny's party while learning shapes.

ABC Dance!

Ages 0–4 · 2020

Dance through the alphabet with lively animals and rhymes.

Let's Dance, Little Pookie

Ages 1–5 · 2008

Join the dance party and shimmy with Little Pookie in a toe-tapping adventure.

I Love My Tutu Too!
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I Love My Tutu Too!

Ages 2–4 · 2020

Critters in tutus dance and count to ten. Join the fun!

The Bunny Rabbit Show!

Ages 1–4 · 2014

Join a lively bunny revue where hopping never stops and everyone can dance along.

I'm a Ballerina!

Ages 2–5 · 2015

A young dancer faces her first recital. Will she shine on stage?

Goodnight Mr. Darcy

Ages 2–4 · 2014

A whimsical ballroom dance with unexpected glances and hushed whispers.

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Dance Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about dance for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Flora and the Penguin

Ages 3–6 · 2014

A skater and a penguin must mend their friendship on the ice.

Penguin Cha-Cha

Ages 3–7 · 2013

A girl tries to join dancing penguins at the zoo.

The Dance of the Realms

Ages 3–5 · 2018

Enter a magical realm where dance and holiday spirit come alive.

Flora and the Peacocks

Ages 3–5 · 2016

Three friends navigate the delicate dance of friendship. Can they find harmony?

The Sleeping Beauty

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Experience a modern ballet retelling of The Sleeping Beauty with stunning illustrations.

The Berenstain Bears and the Nutcracker

Ages 3–7 · 2011

The Berenstain Bears discover magic in a nutcracker gift.

Ballerino Nate

Ages 4–7 · 2006

A boy defies stereotypes to pursue his ballet dreams.

Josephine

Ages 7–10 · 2013

From poverty to stardom, Josephine Baker's journey defies the odds.

Flora and the Flamingo

Ages 3–6 · 2013

A girl and a flamingo discover the art of friendship through dance.

Giant Dance Party

Ages 4–8 · 2013

Giants seek dance lessons, leading to a fear-conquering boogie showdown.

Zombelina

Ages 4–7 · 2013

A zombie's ballet debut faces stage fright and spooky surprises.

I Dreamed I was a Ballerina

Ages 8–12 · 2001

A girl's first ballet sparks dreams of becoming a legendary dancer.

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Dance Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about dance for developing and independent readers.

Thea Stilton and the Dancing Shadows

Ages 7–10 · 2013

A ballet competition in Italy hides a sinister plot. Can the Thea Sisters uncover the truth?

Amelia Bedelia Dances Off

Ages 6–10 · 2015

A young girl learns to dance and finds her passion.

Ballet Backflip

Ages 8–12 · 2015

Ella's ballet dreams are challenged by a new gymnastics craze. Will she follow her heart or the crowd?

Thursday's Children

Ages 8–18 · 1984

A boy uncovers hidden talents at his sister's ballet classes.

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Tales from a Not-So-Happy Heartbreaker

Ages 9–12 · 2013

Nikki races against time to secure her dream date for the biggest dance of the year. Will her crush choose her or someone else?

Isadora Moon Goes to the Ballet

Ages 6–9 · 2016

A young vampire-fairy girl and her best friend, a pink rabbit, go on a school trip to see a ballet performance of Alice in Wonderland, where they meet the famous ballerina Tatiana Tutu and help her in a time of need.

Heidi Heckelbeck Is Ready to Dance!

Ages 7–9 · 2013

A talent show, magical shoes, and a spellbook—can Heidi find her hidden talent?

Don't Tap-Dance on Your Teacher
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Don't Tap-Dance on Your Teacher

Ages 6–10 · 2009

A boy named Roscoe breaks a rule and gets in trouble, but then he finds a new passion in tap dancing.

The Love Pug
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The Love Pug

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A matchmaking pug stirs up romance and secrets before the school dance.

Lights, Music, Code!

Ages 8–12 · 2018

Maya must choose between old friendships and coding club commitments before the winter dance.

Claude in the Spotlight

Ages 7–9 · 2013

A dance debut at a haunted theater leads to ghostly surprises and spooky fun.

Besties Find Their Groove

Ages 8–12 · 2022

Two friends face fashion dilemmas and date pressures before the school dance.

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