Belluna’s Big Adventure in the Sky: A Dance-It-Out Creative Movement Story for Young Movers (Dance-It-Out! Movement Stories to Spark Imagination and Foster Self-Expression)

“Fantastically Fun Book That Will Have Families Dancing!” –Reading with Your Kids (A Certified Great Read) “A wonderfully unique book that engages both mind and body.” –Indies Today Belluna’s Big Adventure in the Sky is a 2021 Royal Dragonfly First Place and PenCraft Award First Place Winner. A storm sweeps Belluna up on a wild ride. As she is tossed about by the wind, Belluna discovers she can overcome her fear, embrace her uniqueness, and take control of her destiny. Ballerina Konora joins each page encouraging kids to move along with Belluna and the other characters. Movement, technique, and dance concepts in this story include: * Dance Posture * Passe * Plie * Leg Lift (Kick) * First Position Arms * Pointed Toes * Turned Out Legs * Warming Up * Fall * Spin * Reach * Jump * Crouch * Roll * Twist * Lean Forward/Backward/Sideways * Body Part Isolation * Body Coordination * Creating Shapes * Wide/Narrow * Levels * Counting Movements * Small Motor Skills * Storytelling Themes include Individuality, Keeping Calm and Focused, Problem-Solving, Mindful Meditation, Guided Imagery, Relaxation, Affirmations, Dealing with Emotions, Handling Worry, Liking and Being Yourself, and New Experiences. The Dance-It-Out books can be used as a supplement for classes or camps. Belluna’s Big Adventure in the Sky pairs well with themes such as Basketball, Ice-Skating, Photography, Wind Farm/Turbine, Apple Picking, Flying, Calm Meditating, Focusing the Mind, Self-Acceptance, Learning New Things, Apple Pies, Rainbows, Cats, Giraffes, Hamsters, Sports, Photography, andCrows. 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 storytimes. The full collection features male, female, and 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. About the Author Once Upon a Dance offers movement, breath, joy, connection, and imagination through stories. The books are lovingly crafted by a mother-daughter pair. Ballerina Konora is living her dreams as a professional ballerina. 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. Terrel has breathed dance from every angle and has worked in education and with various non-profits supporting kids and families. Visit www.OnceUponADance.com for information about the books (25 titles spanning ages 3-12), charity partners, and awards, plus teacher resources and kids’ bonus activities. Once Upon a Dance has received many honors, including: * 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 * Pinnacle Book Achievement Award – Best Book Juvenile Fiction * Outstanding Creator Awards Winner – Best Children’s Book