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Frances Dean Who Loved to Dance and Dance

written and illustrated by Birgitta Sif

Ages: 6+

Published: 2014

Publisher: Candlewick Press

ISBN: 978-0-7636-7306-2

Keywords: Dance, Friendship, Self-esteem

Will shy Frances Dean learn to share her talent with others? Perhaps a new friend can help. Digitally penciled and colored illustrations.