Mira Monkey’s Magic Mirror Adventure: A Dance-It-Out Creative Movement Story for Young Movers (Dance-It-Out! Creative Movement Stories for Young Movers)

Mira the monkey enjoys carnival day until crazy things start happening. Could fairies be causing the mischief? Will Mira make it home? Will she ever be the same? Ballerina Konora appears on each page encouraging kids to act and dance the story along with Mira. “A unique and imaginative creative movement story for active young readers and their families . . . This inclusive and engaging tale is a great fit for imaginative children who like to move.” -Mary Lanni, Librarian Reviewer “Stealing the scene on almost every page, though, is the mischievous impish creature. I found myself wanting to jump up and parrot the graceful little fairy’s movements as much as the explained ones from the ballerina host. If you’re looking for a refreshing change of pace for your young book lovers, Mira Monkey’s Magic Mirror Adventure will be an energetic adventure like no other !” —Indies Today Movement, technique, and dance concepts in this story include: Relevé Balance Arabesque Fall Spin Splits Stretch Reach Jump Roll Throw Levels Fine Motor Skills Body Parts Body Coordination Movement Patterns and Sequences Copying Shapes (Fairy Poses offer secondary movement challenge.) The Dance-It-Out books can be used as a supplement for dance or theater studio classes or camps. Mira Monkey’s Magic Mirror Adventure would pair well with themes such as Monkeys; Magic and Fantasy; Fairies, Sprites, and Pixies; Transformation; Leopards; Bats; Carnival Games; Mixing Colors; Origami; Beach, Ocean and Crabs; The Jungle; Insects; Mindful Meditation and Emotions; Pizza; Lemonade; Being You; and Self-Acceptance . Dance-It-Out! movement journeys are ideal for dance, pre-ballet, creative movement, preschool, daycare, early learning, physical education, homeschool, kindergarten, or first-grade activities as well as library story times or playdate fun. The full collection features male/female/nongendered diverse characters and a variety of movement concepts and themes. Books make a great gift for boys or girls interested in dance, ballet, gymnastics or yoga, or reluctant readers who enjoy getting up and moving. With kind characters, subtle life lessons, and a positive role model in Ballerina Konora, teachers love the kid-approved, ready-made, easy additions to curriculum and lesson planning. Children at home adore the stories that “ young readers will return to again and again ” ( —Reedsy ). About the Author Ballerina Konora dances with Ballet Idaho . She previously danced with Pacific Northwest Ballet’s Professional Division and Texture Contemporary Ballet. Growing up, she danced iconic roles such as Sugar Plum Fairy and Cinderella. Konora’s mother, Teacher Terrel, taught creative movement and ballet for decades and was recognized by her local City Council (2014) for embodying the spirit of partnership and commitment to children in our community for her work with young dancers. She’s breathed dance from every angle and is a Pacific Northwest Ballet Trustee. Dance-It-Out! books won several awards in 2021: • PenCraft Award First Place Winner • Mom’s Choice Gold Award Recipient • Royal Dragonfly Book Award First Place • B.R.A.G. Medallion Award • International Impact Book Award Winner • Maincrest Media Award Winner • Pinnacle Book Achievement Award • Literary Titan Book Award • Golden Boar Cover of the Year