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Description
Through text and photographs, this book describes modern dance, tracing its history from its origins to contemporary forms. It profiles key dancers and choreographers who shaped the art form and explains some of its fundamental moves and techniques. The book provides historical overview, cultural context, and technical insight into movement for middle grade readers.
Quick Summary
Dance into the spotlight with this vibrant exploration of modern dance that reveals the rebels and revolutionaries who shook up the ballet world and created something entirely new. Readers will cheer as they meet the daring pioneers who invented moves like the contraction, the spiral, and the floor work that look like the human body defying gravity. If your kid loves the energy and creativity in stories about people who dare to be different, they'll be captivated by these dance revolutionaries. Perfect for curious kids ages 9-12 in grades 4-7 who want to discover the artists who changed how the world moves.