Book details
Josephine Wants to Dance
Description
Josephine loves to dance. She adores nothing more than bouncing with the brolgas, leaping with the lyrebirds and swaying with the branches in the trees. However, Josephine is no ordinary dancer. . . she's a KANGAROO!From the award-winning creators of Diary of a Wombat and Pete the Sheep, comes this hiarious and charming tale of one determined dancing kangaroo.When spying through the window of a ballet class one day, Josephine gets her chance to show the world just what she can do! Against all the odds, with her tutu flying behind her, Josephine gets everybody swishing ands swirling, prancing and bouncing for an evening nobody will ever forget!
Age
3-7
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
30 pages
Why to read
- Josephine Wants to Dance is a beautifully illustrated book that encourages children to use their imagination and dream big, just like Josephine dreams of dancing. The vivid descriptions and artwork stimulate the mind and inspire creative thinking.
- As Josephine encounters characters who support her ambitions and those who doubt her, readers learn about empathy and the importance of supporting others. The book highlights how encouragement and kindness can have a significant impact on someone's life.
- The story of Josephine, a kangaroo with a passion for dance, teaches young readers the value of persistence and hard work. Despite the obstacles she faces, Josephine's determination to pursue her dream serves as a powerful lesson for children to never give up on their goals.
- Josephine's journey is a celebration of self-expression and the joy of following one's heart. This book can help children gain confidence in their abilities and the courage to express themselves in unique and individual ways.