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1	Giraffes can't dance more books like this by Giles Andreae, Guy Parker-Rees (Illustrator) A story with a rhyming text in which Gerald dreads the annual Jungle Dance because he is such a bad dancer. Then Gerald discovers that we are all different, and that sometimes all we need is a different song to dance to. Illustrated in colour by Guy Parker-Rees. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Technical Manual and Dictionary of Classical Ballet more books like this by Gail Grant From adagio to voyage, over 800 steps, movements, poses, and concepts are fully defined. A pronunciation guide and cross-references to alternate names for similar steps and positions also included. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.96! \| signed copies \| first editions
3	Dancing on My Grave more books like this by Gelsey Kirkland Prima Ballerina Gelsey Kirkland writes vividly about her years as a dancer, and in particular the hardships a dedicated dancer must endure. She also reveals candid truths about her relationships with George Balanchine and Mikhail Baryshnikov. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $29.99! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Angelina Ballerina more books like this by Katharine Holabird, Helen Craig (Illustrator) Angelina is a pretty little mouse who wants more than anything else to become a ballerina. She dances all the time - even when she's supposed to be doing chores or getting ready for school. Her parents, Mr and Mrs Mouseling, are in despair - but then they think of a plan. They decide it's time for Angelina to go to ballet school - she works hard ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	The Classic Ballet: Basic Technique and Terminology more books like this by Lincoln Kirstein, George Balanchine (Preface by), Muriel Stuart A warm welcome back to this beloved classic! For decades the standard text for ballet technique, this book-first published in 1952-presents a beginner's gudie to basic movements, steps, and terminology. Written by the staff of the School of American Ballet, it builds on the Russian tradition of Anna Pavlova and reflects the dance style of George ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $29.71! \| SVS
6	Dance technique & injury prevention more books like this by Justin Howse "Dance Technique and Injury Prevention" has established itself as the key reference for everyone involved in dance injury and treatment, physical therapy, and dance instruction. In this newly revised and expanded edition, Dr Howse reviews the subject's five main areas: Anatomy and Physiology, Injuries (general), Injuries (specific) - Their Cause ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $43.10! \| SVS
7	How to Get Your Cat to Do What You Want more books like this by Warren Eckstein A leading pet psychologist shows cat lovers how to treat their cat like a member of the family and get it to do many uncatlike things--such as coming when called, sitting, staying, and going for walks. 25 line drawings. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.20! \| first editions
8	Ballet Basics more books like this by Sandra Noll Hammond Written for the adult beginner, Ballet Basics provides a comprehensive introduction to ballet technique. It provides exercise sequences complete with step-by-step illustrations. The book also includes information on conditioning and injury prevention. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $19.59! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Oliver Button is a Sissy more books like this by Tomie dePaola Young Oliver must come to terms with being teased because he prefers reading, painting, and tap-dancing over sports. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.49! \| first editions \| SVS
10	Animal Boogie more books like this by D Harter A lively rhyme which frolics around with creatures in the jungle, on mountains, high above the ocean and deep in the valley. Children are encouraged to join in and copy the actions, thereby considering the habitats animals live in and the way they move. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.30! \| SVS
11 view cover	Dancing in the Wings more books like this by Debbie Allen, Kadir Nelson (Illustrator) Sassy is a long-legged girl who always has something to say. She wants to be a ballerina more than anything, but she worries that her too-large feet, too-long legs, and even her big mouth will keep her from her dream. When a famous director comes to visit her class, Sassy does her best to get his attention with her high jumps and bright leotard. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.00! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Barn Dance! more books like this by Bill Martin, Jr. A young boy is beckoned by sounds in the middle of the night and finds a very magical barn dance in progress. With their marvelous ear for dialect, Bill Martin and John Archambault perfectly capture the bouncing cadence of a square dance caller. Ted Rand's luminous paintings are filled with a special warmth and telling details that reveal his love ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Learning about Dance: Dance as an Art Form and Entertainment more books like this by Nora Ambrosio see all copies from $1.99! new only from $56.00!
14 view cover	Ballet & Modern Dance: A Concise History more books like this by Jack Anderson see all copies from $3.10! new only from $16.53! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	My Mama Had a Dancing Heart more books like this by Libba Moore Gray, Raul Colon (Illustrator) Captured by her mother's infectious love of dance, a young girl joyously follows her mother in a dance through the seasons. Illustrations. see all copies from $2.48! new only from $2.48! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Ballet for Dummies more books like this by Scott Speck, Evelyn Cisneros Whether you want to participate in ballet or just watch it, the ballet experience can excite and inspire you. Ballet is among the most beautiful forms of expression ever devised: an exquisite mix of sight and sound, stunning, aesthetics, and awesome technique. "Ballet For Dummies" is for anyone who wants to enjoy all that the dance forms offers - ... see all copies from $6.10! new only from $6.10! \| SVS
17 view cover	Grandmother's Secrets: The Ancient Rituals and Healing Power of Belly Dancing more books like this by Rosina-Fawzia Al-Rawi, Monique Arav (Translator) Al-Rawi has written a strikingly graceful and original book that blends p personal memoir with the history and theory of the dance known in the West as "belly dancing". She conveys in this book not only the history and technique of grieving and mourning dances, pregnancy and birth dances, but the spirit of these age-old rituals, and their ... see all copies from $2.65! new only from $11.01! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Dancing with cats more books like this by Burton Silver, Heather Busch While researching their groundbreaking book, "Why Cats Paint," Burton Silver and Heather Busch uncovered another phenomenon that seemed to merit further investigation: people who dance with their cats, or, more accurately, cats who dance with their people. It turns out that thousands of people today are rediscovering the ancient practice of cat ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $19.84! \| first editions
19 view cover	The dancer prepares; modern dance for beginners more books like this by James Penrod, Janice Gudde Plastino Written by two highly-regarded professional choreographer dancers, this accessible activity book introduces students to the techniques, combinations, and vocabulary of modern dance. It offers concrete, practical information for beginning and intermediate dancers. Key changes to this new edition include a new chapter on improvization with ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.80! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	The Art of Making Dances more books like this by Doris Humphrey This is perhaps the most important book on choreography ever published. Written just before Humphrey's death in 1958, it is her autobiography in art, a gathering of her experiences in performance and a lucid and practical source book on choreography. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.49! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	The illustrated book of ballet stories more books like this by Barbara Newman, Gill Tomblin Classical ballet has a timeless and magical appeal for children and adults of all ages. In "Ballet Stories" five of the world's most famous fairytale ballets are retold - "The Sleeping Beauty", "Giselle", "Coppelia", "Swan Lake", and "The Nutcracker". As well as being a story book, "Ballet Stories" is also a source of reference for every ballet ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	Step-By-Step Ballet Class more books like this by Royal Academy of Dancing, Antoinette Sibley (Foreword by) Seven lessons follow a young dancer's development, from basic positions and postures to more advanced levels. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.97! \| SVS
23 view cover	Classical Ballet Technique more books like this by Gretchen Ward Warren In more than 2600 photographs, professional dancers (from such companies as the American Ballet Theatre and the Jaffrey Ballet) demonstrate in sequence every movement in the classical repertoire, from the most basic to the most advanced. Each photograph is accompanied by a text that details appropriate teaching techniques and describes the proper ... see all copies from $25.00! new only from $29.77! \| SVS
24 view cover	Modern Ballroom Dancing more books like this by Silvester This guide traces the history of dancing, showing how modern dances orginated and developed, the influence of jazz and Latin-American music, the supremacy of the "English Style" and trends since the war to the present day. It also provides detailed descriptions of all the most popular ballroom dances: the four classics - waltz, foxtrot, quickstep ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.65! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Basic Principles of Classical Ballet more books like this by Agrippina Vaganova, Anatole Chujoy (Translator), V Christyakova (Designer) Discusses all basic principles of ballet, grouping movement by fundamental types. Diagrams show clearly the exact foot, leg, arm, and body positions for the proper execution of many steps and movements. 118 illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.94! \| first editions \| SVS

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