Nina Chamberlin: Can
You Dance, Dalila? By Virginia Kroll
This book follows a child through her young life, and her
journey through dance. She is introduced to many styles of dance, and each
teaches her about different heritages and ways of expression. The musical part
of the book is in the little girl’s interactions with the different types of
dance. If I were to read this book to a class, I would ask them what they think
the music would sound like for each different dance style, and then I would
play an example to help connect different types of art together, as well as the
vivid illustrations in the story. This book can also serve as a reminder to
stay open to different cultures and ways of expression: a powerful lesson for
children to learn.
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