This Is Jazz // And Other Modern Dances

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A joyful and inclusive introduction to jazz dance and other modern dances by world-renowned early childhood educator and performer Dr. Rekha S. Rajan.Can anyone be a modern dancer? Yes! From tap dance to swing, this board book celebrates the expressive, energetic world of jazz and modern dance. Young readers are introduced to a variety of styles from around the world and encouraged to dance freely, however and wherever they choose. Whether twirling alone or grooving with friends, kids will be inspired to move their bodies with joy, confidence, and creativity. Dr. Rekha S. Rajan is a USA Today bestselling author, a classically trained musician, and an educator of over twenty years. Her children's books include Can You Dance Like a Peacock?, Amazing Landmarks, the This Is Music board book series, and the Disaster Squad chapter book series. Her audiobook recordings for the This Is Music series were named notable children's recordings by ALA/ALSC. She is also the author of The Read Aloud Factor, a parenting book which shares her latest brain research on how reading aloud supports children's development. Rekha lives in Chicago, where you can find her doing pirouettes, tap dancing, or just improvising dance moves with her three children.Chris Park has been a professional illustrator for over twelve years. Some of his previous clients include TBS, Team Coco, Rolling Stone, American Greetings Co., Cloudco Entertainment, Pro Publica, Sleeping Bear Press, Usborne Publishing, and Lightspeed Magazine. He coauthored and illustrated his debut picture book, Little Sock, with his wife Kia. Chris lives in Minnesota with his wife and two sons. Publisher: Rise x Penguin Workshop Publish Date: June 9, 2026 Pages: 24 Language: English Type: Board book EAN/UPC: 9780593754207 Dimensions: 6.8 X 6.8 X 0.0 inches | 0.7 pounds BISAC Categories: Kids Show more