Martee Dares to Dance

"A suggested purchase for collections seeking more books that will empower young readers." - School Library JournalIn their first children's book, actors and dancers Harry Shum Jr (Grey's Anatomy, Glee) and Shelby Rabara (Steven Universe) remind young ones that while embracing our true selves takes courage, it often leads to our greatest adventures. Martee loves dancing to his own beat. But after an embarrassing experience leaves him reluctant to show off his moves, Martee grapples with the decision to attend his school's upcoming Halloween dance. He is encouraged by his grandmother, his Lola, and best friend, Yasmine, to dance. But, it isn't until he meets an unlikely friend-a Martian-that he finds the courage to embrace his bold moves and discovers that creative expression knows no bounds. Readers can dance along to Martee's moves with a step-by-step illustration of Martee's space-inspired Halloween dance!