I Want to Be... a Dancer (I Want to Be ... Book Series) - Hardcover

Maze, Stephanie; Grace, Catherine O'Neill

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0152012990 ISBN 13: 9780152012991

Publisher: Harcourt Childrens Books, 1997

Synopsis

This engaging book takes an in-depth look at the dance world--from choreographers and ballerinas to dance therapists and folk dancers. The art of dance is examined through the centuries and across many cultures.

About this title

About the Author:

Stephanie Maze is an award-winning photographer whose work has appeared in many magazines, including National Geographic, Newsweek, and Time. She is principal of Maze Productions, Inc., and lives in Washington, D.C.

From School Library Journal:

Grade 3-5. These two series entries present the many possibilities that each vocation can provide. Each is decorated with active, colorful photographs of men, women, and young people in action. Dancer is a vibrant, entertaining introduction to the history and varying kinds of dance, from ballet to ballroom; as well as its traditional, ceremonial, and social functions. Its enthusiastic tone will spark readers' interest in the subject. Maze introduces other closely related fields such as choreography and dance therapy, and profiles some famous dancers. A list of resources covers dance festivals, schools, and magazines. Engineer defines and introduces the many different types of engineering, such as environmental, mechanical, and civil. A brief history of the field highlights Roman aqueducts, the invention of the steam engine, and the Industrial Revolution. Education, qualities, and skills needed to become an engineer are included along with an array of addresses of professional and educational organizations. These two informative and entertaining books will leave readers with a wealth of career possibilities.?Katherine Borchert, Arlington Central Library, VA
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: Harcourt Childrens Books
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0152012990
• ISBN 13: 9780152012991
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 47