About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like they are constantly living in the shadow of an older sibling or waiting for their turn to grow up. It is the perfect choice for the little one who dances in the kitchen, mimics the 'big kids' from the sidelines, and possesses a passion that exceeds their physical size. Tanya is the smallest in a family of dancers, too young for formal lessons but overflowing with natural rhythm. While her sister Elise attends ballet class, Tanya practices her own 'arabesques' at home with joyful abandon. This gentle story celebrates the internal spark of creativity and the importance of recognizing a child's unique timing. It is an ideal read for preschoolers and early elementary students, providing a warm, validating look at patience, persistence, and the pure joy of movement.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. This is a very safe, secular, and supportive domestic story. It focuses entirely on the internal world of a child and her relationship with her family.
Ideal Reader
A 4-year-old who is desperate to do everything their older sibling does, or a child who expresses themselves through movement and dance rather than words.
