(2) K-3 Amalia Hernández (1917–2000) traveled throughout Mexico learning about regions' unique histories and traditions in order to incorporate them into dance; in 1952, she founded Mexico's most famous dance company, El Ballet Folklórico de México, which still performs today. Tonatiuh's illustration style, inspired by Mixtec art and with well-chosen photo-collage elements, is particularly resonant with a subject who celebrated Mexican arts and culture. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Sonia Alejandra Rodriguez | Horn Book Magazine Issue: September, 2017

(4) 4-6 Dance Class series. Illustrated by Crip. REVIEW MISSING

Reviewer: Amy Kellman

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Kathleen Kemly. While Shannon is practicing step dancing, the heel of her shoe breaks off. Knowing her parents can't afford new shoes, she tries counting backward in Gaelic, and a (tall) leprechaun appears, ready to grant wishes. But he doesn't just give them out; he makes Shannon work for them, as shown in the lively illustrations. Though the story is scattered, readers will root for Shannon.

Reviewer: Patricia Riley

(4) YA Dance series. Covering a wide range of topics, from history and cultural significance to steps, music, and costumes, this series is a useful resource for dance enthusiasts. Dynamic photographs illustrate some of the performances discussed. The parts organized chronologically read smoothly; others are more tedious and difficult to follow. With their many sidebars and design elements, the pages are busy. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Dance title:Ballet, Hip-Hop and Urban Dance, Tap and Jazz, Latin and Ballroom, African and Asian, Country and Folk, and [cf]Modern Dance.

Reviewer: Laura A. Woollett

(4) 4-6 Eleven-year-old Fiona Cheng, half Chinese American and half Scottish American, struggles with her grandparents' expectations of her and with her own confused feelings about her identity. In attempting to address all the issues that confront mixed-race kids, the novel ends up with some artificial-feeling characters and situations, but Namioka's protagonist and story are still engaging.

Reviewer: Jennifer M. Brabander

(1) 4-6 Girls of Many Lands series. A light hand, sharp wit, serious social issues, and a hint of subversion are ingredients in this lively story. Times are hard for Kathleen and her family, who live in a crowded tenement in 1930s Dublin. Her opportunity for advancement comes when an unexpectedly kind nun recommends Irish-dance lessons. Well-contextualized Irish words and phrases are further defined in the appended glossary; historical notes and photos are included.

Reviewer: Lauren Adams | Horn Book Magazine Issue: January, 2004

(3) K-3 A simple text accompanies lively color photographs, which capture the movement and spirit of all types of dances, including an Afghan wedding dance, Turkish Gypsy folk dance, and wheelchair dancing. Small boxed captions contain information about the dance featured in each photo. This is multicultural, exuberant fun for readers of all ages.

Reviewer: Amy Kellman