Frankie, lives with Auntie Duke on Anorac Island in the middle of the sparkling sea. It’s Frankie’s birthday and the stories of a magic feather that grants one birthday wish to whoever finds it (but only on their birthday) sparks Frankie’s determination. She's going to find it. Rumors say the magic feather it is hidden in the east, and Frankie sets out to claim her wish to become a famous dancer.
Before Frankie steps out on her journey. Auntie Duke who wished on the feather when she was Frankie’s age, shares a word of advice. “First, use your mind, body, and imagination as you wander in the wonder. Second ask for help along the way. And third, keep an open mind. Things are not always as they seem.”
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During Frankie’s quest for the feather, each of these themes unfold in teachable moments and include a Dance-It-Out level that offers dance-inspired movements. Kids, caretakers, and teachers can copy these pictured activities which encourage participation. They are designed by an award-winning ballet teacher, Ballerina Konora, to develop body awareness and movement knowledge while enhancing the story on a new level.
Frankie’s Wish: A Wander in the Wonder is an interactive story about a child’s quest to find the magic blue feather which can make a birthday wish come true. Written by award-winning mother daughter team (One Upon a Dance) with 4-7-year-olds in mind, this upbeat story unfolds into a journey in movement and learning to believe in yourself. Frankie meets up with a dinosaur, gorilla, and an eagle to help her along on her quest. These creatures are not scary, but unusual tools used to get across concepts of gratitude, asking for help, friendship, and self-affirmation. It’s a fun read on more than one level. I recommend this charming book for early readers interested in dance, gymnastics, or yoga, and those who enjoy a fun uplifting story with rhyming riddles to figure out. The authors have done a fine job creating a main character most kids can relate to and a story adults will enjoy sharing with children they know. I give it 5 stars.
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About the Authors
Once Upon a Dance is an award-winning mother-daughter collaboration.
Ballerina Konora climbed the ballet ladder to pro, and she’s thrilled to be living her dreams dancing with Ballet Idaho. Along the way, she danced iconic roles such as Sugar Plum Fairy and Cinderella.
Teacher Terrel taught dance for decades and was honored by her City Council for “embodying the spirit of partnership and commitment to children in our community” for her work with young dancers. She’s breathed ballet from every angle and worked in early childhood education, for non-profits supporting kids, and as a university English teacher as a Peace Corps volunteer.
Once Upon a Dance 2021/2022 Awards: Mom’s Choice Gold Award, Family Choice Award, Royal Dragonfly First Place, PenCraft Award First Place, Firebird First Place, Pinnacle: Best Book Juvenile Fiction, Independent Press Award Winner, International Impact Book Award Winner, Outstanding Creator Awards Winner, Readers Favorite Certified Great Read, Indie’s Today 5-Star Recommended, The Wishing Shelf 5-Star, Literary Titan 5-Star Award.
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