“Once Upon a Dance presents another delightful tale of movement and courage …” — Chanticleer Book Reviews “I’m happy to recommend all of the books offered by Once Upon a Dance. They are all charming in different ways - and packed full of energy!” —Wishing Shelf Reviews “This is the harrowing and exciting story of the most daring Fireworks Flier (firefly) there ever was …!” —Outstanding Creator Awards 🏆Award Winning: Firebird Book Awards Join Fenix, a little firefly on big mission to help Bolt, a Firework Flier who ate too much nectar and can't fly. Fenix must overcome fears and challenges to reach the top of the tallest tree, where the grand finale of the Solstice Celebration awaits. Along the way, creatures of the Silver Birch Forest will test the firefly’s wits. Will Fenix make it to the top in time? Who will be the Spirit of the Year ? And what will happen when the fireflies light up the sky in a dazzling, darting, dizzying kaleidoscope? Find out in this delightful tale that will spark imagination and get kids up and moving . Readers are invited to act out the story, and Ballerina Konora joins the pages with suggestions for those who want StoryMoving ideas. Readers will stretch, reach, balance, crouch, jump, flutter, flap, spin, and more alongside story animals. With neither pronouns to describe the hero, nor named dance terms, this story is perfect for classrooms as well as families at home. If you love stories with helpful characters and positive messages , you'll love Fenix and the Firework Fliers, a charming story of friendship and courage . Once Upon a Dance: Award-Winning Whimsical Stories Celebrating Motion Discover the magic of dance with Once Upon a Dance! Their award-winning books are designed to unleash inspiration, creativity, and joyful movement in young learners. The founder, a dance teacher honored by her local city council for her work with young dancers, paired up with her ballerina daughter to create a movement curriculum based on decades of teaching and studying child development. The Dance-It-Out! series offers more than 20 whimsical stories with positive, diverse characters, life lessons, and opportunities to explore movement and dance fundamentals. The stories are designed to inspire not only movement, but also breath and imagination, a love of dance, and a connection with the reader. Once Upon a Dance has received over 2000 5-star reviews and has won numerous awards, including 9 first place book awards, over 50 book awards including Mom’s Choice Gold, Story Monsters First Place, and a Kirkus Star. They were named Top 10 Author by Outstanding Creator Awards for BOTH 2022 and 2023. Dance-It-Out! is one of five series of books that celebrates dance. Teacher Terrel and Ballerina K donate all royalties to charity through 2030. The stories are a passion project honoring the beauty, joy, and discipline of ballet. For further information, visit OnceUponADance.com. "Fans of movement, creative storytelling, and wholesome characters will appreciate this series as a whole, and this book is an especially delightful addition to the Once Upon a Dance canon." -Mary Lanni, Librarian Reviewer "An inspiring book on movement and stepping up to help your friends! Highly Recommended!" -Chanticleer Book Reviews Once Upon a Dance is a mother-daughter duo who share a passion for dance and storytelling. Teacher Terrel and Ballerina Konora create books that spark imagination and inspire children to move, breathe, and connect. Five series span ages 3-16: - Dance Stories with Props (for age 3+) - Dance-It-Out! Creative Movement Stories (4-9) - Dancing Shapes: Ballet and Body Awareness (6-9) - Ballet Inspiration & Choreography Concepts (8-12) - Ballerina Moments: Insights, Ideas, and Inspiration about Dance (12-16)Once Upon a Dance was named a Top 10 Author of 2022 and 2023 by Outstanding Creator Awards, and they've been honored by over 50 book awards, 2000+ 5-star reviews, and a Kirkus Starred Review. They donate all royalties this decade to charities supporting the arts, animals, environment, or people. Visit DanceStories.com for more info.