Description
In their debut children's book, actors and dancers Harry Shum Jr. (Glee, Grey’s Anatomy) and Shelby Rabara (Steven Universe) deliver a rhythmic and heart-centered story about finding the courage to be yourself. This narrative follows young Martee as he learns that while self-expression can be intimidating, it is the key to life's greatest adventures.
Features
- Awards:
- 2025 CBC Teacher Favorites Winner.
- Highly recommended by School Library Journal as a "suggested purchase" for empowering young readers.
- The Story: Martee loves to dance, but an embarrassing moment makes him want to hide his moves. Everything changes when he meets an unlikely Martian friend who helps him see that creative expression has no limits.
- Theme: Focuses on overcoming fear, embracing one's "inner beat," and the power of bold, creative movement.
- Format: A vibrant hardback picture book designed to capture the energy of dance.
- Maintenance: To protect the binding and pages, store in a cool, dry place and wipe with a dry cloth as needed.
Why We Love It
We love this book because it is written by two incredible real-life dancers who truly understand the vulnerability of performance. It reframes the "Halloween dance" anxiety into a cosmic journey of self-discovery. By introducing a Martian as a companion, the story shows that being "out of this world" is something to celebrate, not hide, making it a perfect anthem for any child who marches—or dances—to their own beat.
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