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Learn about animals and get grooving with this fun and lively picture book from a renowned STEAM expert and arts educator!

Discover the amazing ways that animals use movement to communicate! Lighthearted text and vibrant illustrations teach readers how peacocks strut and honeybees waggle, and even invites kids to get…

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1 author picked Can You Dance Like a Peacock? as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I love this book because its central theme is to inspire children to explore different kinds of movement. The prompts are all centered around animals, with lots of words that help to describe the animals and how they move.

Words like “stretch,” “waggle,” “march,” and “splash” help children use their imaginations and explore many ways of moving their bodies. The beautiful illustrations by Hannah Abbo will also inspire young readers.

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