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A Dictionary of Dance
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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A Dictionary of Dance
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| Authors and Contributors |
Illustrated by Liz Murphy
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:36 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 211,Width 274 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781609050450
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| Classifications | Dewey:792.8 |
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| Illustrations |
colour illustrations
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Blue Apple Books
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| Imprint |
Blue Apple Books
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| Publication Date |
15 July 2012 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
Dance is not just an art, it's a whole different language! In A Dictionary of Dance, readers will learn about arabesques, break dancing, choreographers, and the zones of the body -- everything that comes together to make a dance, whether it's ballet or the polka. Liz Murphy's dynamic and expressive artwork is sure to inspire readers of all ages to get up and dance!
Author Biography
Harriet Ziefert is the author of hundreds of books for children. The mother of two and grandmother of five, she is the founder and publisher of Blue Apple Books. The author lives in South Orange, New Jersey. Liz Murphy has fulfilled her twin childhood ambitions to be a mother and to paint and make art "all day long." She lives with her husband and their sons in Montclair, NJ.
Reviews"Charming illustrations in mixed-media collage include scraps of written text, music and wallpaper integrated into depictions of dancing children...it will serve well as a first look at dance for preschoolers." --"Kirkus Reviews""This clever children's book manages to excite children about the art of dance with colorful, kid-friendly illustrations and simple descriptions." --"GRAND magazine"
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