Frankie's Wish: A Wander in the Wonder (A Dance-It-Out Creative Movement Story) (Dance-It-Out! Imagination Adventures: Movement, Acting & Emotion • Ages 5–8)

A heartwarming story of gratitude.An important reminder to enjoy the journey.Travel to a mysterious island alongside Frankie to make a wish on a magic feather. The path to the hidden feather will only be revealed through patience, wits, and joy. But time is running out, and wishes are only granted on one special day.Dance along with the creatures of the forest and a professional ballerina in this interactive story exploring movement and dance fundamentals with a powerful message about what’s important in life.Frankie’s Wish is ideal for children 4-7. It features Frankie (no pronouns), Auntie Duke (she), a dinosaur, a gorilla, and an eagle. Major themes include gratitude, asking for help, friendship, self-affirmation, and believing in yourself. Dance-It-Out!s are above level (language-wise) as they're intended to be initially enjoyed with a caregiver or teacher. (~700+Lexile)Ballerina Konora joins the pages with photos and suggestions for movement exploration. Three books in one: readers can enjoy the story, act out the tale in their own way, or try Konora’s suggested activities, designed by an award-winning ballet teacher to develop body awareness and movement knowledge. Concepts and Movements in this Story:• Bridge Pose (*4-5s may need help with this movement)• Twirling • Squatting/Waddling• Balancing on One Leg• Jumping • Stretching• Reaching• Swaying• Upper Body/Head/Forearm/Shoulder Isolation• Moving with Resistance• Centering/Breath • Small Motor Skills (Rotating, Writing, Counting, Closing into Fist, Opening Palm, etc) • Quality of Movement (Calm/Wild, Powerful, Joyful, etc.)• Showing Emotion (Surprise, Excitement, Fear, Interest, etc.)• Shapes (Twisted, Wide, Tall, etc.)• Concert of Left/Right• Self Affirmation and Gratitude This movement journey is ideal for dance, creative movement, physical education, homeschool, kindergarten, first-grade, or second-grade activities. The Dance-It-Out! series features diverse characters, and 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.Once Upon a DanceBrought to you by a mother-daughter pair donating all profits to charity. Ballerina Konora is living her dreams as Ballet Company Artist. Her mother, Teacher Terrel, taught creative movement and ballet for decades and was recognized by her local City Council 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 has worked in education and child development, and with various non-profits supporting kids and families. Once Upon a Dance has received the following endorsements/awards:• Kirkus Reviews Starred Review • PenCraft Award First Place Winner • Mom’s Choice Gold Award Recipient• Family Choice Award • Firebird Book Award First Place • Royal Dragonfly Book Award First Place• B.R.A.G. Medallion Award • International Impact Book Award Winner• Maincrest Media Award Winner • Golden Boar Cover of the Year • Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Book Juvenile Fiction • Outstanding Creator Awards Winner (Best Children's Book, Winter 2022) • Readers Favorite Certified Great Read • Love Reading 4 Kids Indie Books We Love • Literary Titan 5-Star Book Award• Indie’s Today 5-Star Recommended • Wishing Shelf 5-Star Emblem Read more