Fagbøger for børn og unge: drama og scenekunst

A family-friendly illustrated children's book about an orphaned, homeless cat who spends her days hiding from any new experiences or places due to being very shy and timid. One day, she accidentally becomes friends with a young clown who, while very friendly, has a lack of self-esteem. In the midst of their new friendship and conquering fears, they become a source of encouragement for one another and help each other in discovering hidden talents. Scaredy Cat and 'Fraidy Pants experience what it is like when friends become family, and a fan club starts for them as all of the talented talking animals at the Clowns Family Circus cheer them on.

Created in partnership with Ebony Jr., this Little Golden Book biography celebrates the life and legacy of singer, performer, and activist Harry Belafonte. When Harry Belafonte was a little boy, he moved from Harlem, New York, to live with his grandmother in Jamaica. There, Harry fell in love with Calypso music. It was the seed that blossomed into a life dedicated to inspiring people through music. This moving biography chronicles his life and career--as an actor, a singer, and a civil rights activist who has always sought to make a difference while encouraging people to treat each other with respect and kindness.

"Introduce young readers to the powerful and mysterious gods and goddesses of ancient Greece with this Little Golden Book! Young children love hearing about the larger-than-life characters and amazing tales of Greek mythology. 'My Little Golden Book About Greek Gods and Goddesses' is full of exciting, colorful illustrations, and descriptions of Athena, Zeus, Poseidon, Aphrodite, Hermes, and many more"--

¿A stunning read [. . .] simmering with tension and gripping to the final word.¿ ¿Debbie Rigaud, New York Times bestselling author of Simone Breaks All the Rules and A Girl¿s Guide to Love & MagicNow in paperback! A Black teen dancer with dreams of landing a spot in a prestigious ballet company must learn to dance on her own terms in this explosive debut about the healing power of art and friendship, perfect for fans of Heartstopper and Tiny Pretty Things.Ballet is Aishäs life. But when discrimination at her elite academy pushes her to her breaking point, she decides to pivot. At her new public arts school, Aisha scores more dance opportunities than she¿s ever had before. And it doesn¿t hurt that she gets to take classes with her bestie . . . and with Ollie, an adorably shy musician who keeps throwing off her usually impeccable balance.Yet even as Aisha navigates friendships, family conflict, and first love, questions about her dance career open up new and old wounds. Aisha must find strength in herself and place her trust in others to make her next move."At times hopeful and beautiful but also heartbreakingly devastating, When It All Syncs Up is a story of love in so many forms. But maybe most important of all, it is about the love we give ourselves, and allow ourselves to be given, even at our most broken."¿Jonny Garza Villa, author of the Pura Belpré Honor Book Fifteen Hundred Miles from the Sun

Breaking up is hard to do, especially when it's with your best friend. Can these two ex-besties survive summer camp together? Maddie and Chloe have always been best friends, until last year, when Chloe's popularity and budding fame as an actor left Maddie in the dust one too many times. Their friendship is over, and they're both ready to move on.But when the girls arrive at summer camp, they discover that the universe isn't ready to let go of this friendship just yet: They're cabinmates, and each of them has to spend the summer with her ex-best friend. Is it time to try again, or are they doomed to drift apart for good?

"It's John's big day at school today--a performance for Sharing Gifts time. His bag is carefully packed and prepared, his classmates are ready, and the curtain is waiting to open. John is nervous, looking out at all the other children staring back at him. But he takes a big breath and begins. Mac Barnett's compassionate text and Kate Berube's understated and expressive art tell the story of a kid who finds the courage to show others his talent for dancing."--Provided by publisher.

Sofâia Acosta, a fifth grader trying to fit into her ballet-obsessed Cuban American family and her affluent suburban New York community, learns to speak up for herself and others when she mistakenly reveals a visiting dancer's plan to defect to the United States.

Little ones dream big. They may look like they're just spinning in circles or playing dress up, but really, they're the lead dancer in a world-famous ballet, or breakdancing on prime-time television. Learn a little about what dancers do, and spark a passion that lasts a lifetime.

In this novel for middle-grade readers, painfully shy Beatrice Gelman ends up at summer camp all by herself.

The inspiring biography of the incredibly talented Rita Moreno, actor in and executive producer of Steven Speilberg's upcoming West Side Story. "An inspirational title for young elementary children. This energetic, illustrated biography honors her determined spirit with colorful exuberance."?School Library Journal (starred review)When young Rosita moved from Puerto Rico to the mainland United States, she didn't know what to expect?but she knew she loved to sing and dance. Working to overcome the language barrier and bullying she experienced in a strange new country, Rita eventually made her way to Hollywood with a dream to be a star. There, she fought to be seen and heard and eventually reached the pinnacle of success, landing her iconic role in West Side Story and, finally, winning her groundbreaking Oscar.Brought to life by the bold and vibrant illustrations of New York Times bestselling illustrator Leo Espinosa (Islandborn), and lyrical text of Pura Belpré Honor winner Anika Aldamuy Denise (Planting Stories), this gorgeous tribute to the life and career of the first Latinx person to have earned an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony award will inspire little dreamers everywhere.Informative author's note and timeline also included.A Spanish-language edition is also available.Praise for Anika Aldamuy Denise:?[Anika's] lyrical text, sprinkled like fairy dust with Spanish words, begs to be read aloud.??New York Times Book Review on Planting Stories