Modern Dance

by Wendy Hinote Lanier, Madeline Nixon (With)

Overview

Introduces the history and basic concepts of modern dance. Easy-to-read text, vibrant photos, and dance tips will make readers want to get up and dance.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781791123321
Publisher:	Av2
Publication date:	08/01/2020
Series:	Just Dance
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.60(w) x 10.10(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	660L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 What Is Modern Dance? 5

Chapter 2 Dress to Move 11

Chapter 3 Basic Moves 15

Try It Out: Express Yourself 20

Chapter 4 On with the Show! 23

Focus on Modern Dance 28

Glossary 30

To Learn More 31

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

"[Modern Dance] offers a refreshing, beginner-friendly attitude." —School Library Journal, Series Made Simple

From the Publisher

11/01/2017
Gr 2–4—Introductory views of several popular dance styles that include the history of each dance and an informative overview of the most basic techniques as well. Clothing, shoes, and, in several cases, hairstyles (Irish Dance and Ballet) are discussed. "Dance Tip" callouts offer ideas for dancers to build their focus and confidence. Questions at the end of each book encourage readers to reflect on what they've learned. While the dances and their simplest steps are described on a fairly basic level, readers won't come away as experts. Kids are encouraged in many of the titles to seek out lessons for foundational dances, such as those discussed in Ballet and Jazz Dance, to lay the groundwork for more complex styles, like tap dance, ballroom dance, and dance teams. The lone exception to this is Modern Dance. While the book does explain that many dancers begin their journey in ballet or jazz lessons, it offers a refreshing, beginner-friendly attitude. VERDICT Worth considering to update collections on dance styles.

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