Dance the Seasons is the story of flora and fauna present year-round, each stepping forward in its own moment of glory before receding again into the background. Set against the lush backdrop of the forest, fairy ballerinas illustrate this magical cycle. The ballet movements portrayed by dancers in each forest scene are named, with their definitions and pronunciations listed in the back matter. Seasons, nature, flowers, trees, fairies, ballet, dancing, bed-time story. Picture Book, ages 2-8 Delightfully imaginative writing and illustrating transport the reader through the seasons. Sweet fairy ballerinas dance among nature's changing palette. Share with aspiring ballerinas, young naturalists, or as a mentor text for creative writing. -Elizabeth Madarang, Literacy Specialist A graceful ballet of fairies moves through nature and seasonal change, revealed in breathtaking watercolors and lyrical prose. Every page radiates beauty beyond measure, creating a timeless keepsake for all ages. - Nancy Legath, EdD Adjunct Professor in Literacy A charming children's story that blends fairies and ballet to beautifully express the graceful, ever-changing dance of nature. - Carrie F., MEd Andi Michelson is a children's author. Through her picture books, chapter books, and workbooks she explores nature, farm life, and relationships.When she's not writing or teaching children and adults in her piano studio, Andi can usually be found chasing chickens, walking her goats in the woods, or getting dirt under her fingernails in the garden. She lives in Northeast Ohio with her husband and various farm animals. Maaike Haneveld is a Dutch watercolor artist, illustrator, jeweler, and writer living in Argentina. She has a degree in creative writing, and illustrating books is where her love for storytelling and painting come together perfectly. Maaike gets most of her inspiration from nature, folklore, and fairytales.