Everyone should feel safe dancing however they want! Nevaeh is nervous-tomorrow is the first dance-off in Ms. Tharrington's class. It's supposed to boost the students' energy for the rest of the week, but a dance contest isn't Nevaeh's idea of a good time. And she's not alone-Hanh is nervous, too. When the girls tell Ms. Tharrington how they feel, the teacher challenges the class to help everyone feel comfortable. Why kids will love The Great Dance-On: • Uniquely pairs an online musical performance kit with an illustrated story • Gives children ideas for self-expression alongside their peers • Explores how we can help others feel comfortable being themselves The students put their heads together and come up with a solution: instead of a dance contest, they'll have a dance party! No winners, no judgment-just fun. The Mini-Musical Tales from Bird Mountain School picture book series seamlessly blends literature and the performing arts, offering an immersive storytelling experience. Each book provides online access to a script and original song recordings, allowing readers to bring the story to life as a mini musical-just like the characters in the book. In collaboration with The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, this innovative series fosters creativity, imagination, and a love for the arts, making storytelling a truly interactive adventure.
