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How Do You Dance?

by Thyra Heder (Abrams, 2019)

Mags beckons, Koyo bops, Gilda flits in this story, another favorite of Boulder librarians and Tattered Cover. Everyone dances their own way, in their own style, and in different places. Discover new moves to try, and remember that it’s always OK to dance alone, too. From Head To Toe

by Eric Carle (HarperCollins, 1999)

Tattered Cover Book Store children’s buyer Kate Brasch and Boulder Public Library librarians both recommend this classic that’s sure to get younger kids moving like animals. Can you clap your hands like a seal? Wriggle your hips like a crocodile?

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Books That Get Kids Moving

By Lydia Rueger

Summer’s in full swing, which means more opportunities for kids to get off their devices and get moving. Here are some favorites to inspire your kids into action, in a variety of ways. The Great Whipplethorp Bug Collection

by Ben Brashares and Elizabeth Bergeland (Little, Brown and Company, 2021)

One summer day, Chuck tells his dad he’s bored. His dad responds with a list of the interesting things done by Whipplethorp men before him. Chuck tries to discover a new type of insect like his grandfather the entomologist, only to find out that he can create something different, and become a great man in a new way.

Lucas at the Paralympics

by Igor Plohol; illustrated by Urska Stropnik Sonc (Holiday House, June 2021)

Kids can learn about the differences required to compete in many Paralympic events including running, swimming, sitting volleyball, para archery, wheelchair fencing, and more. Author Igor Plohl, a teacher who lost the use of his legs after a spinal injury, knows how to answer the questions children ask.

Find more books about moving at ColoradoParent.com Unstoppable Me

by Susan Verde; illustrated by Andrew Joyner (Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2019)

A young boy celebrates his moving body in this book suggested by Boulder librarians: No batteries required…just a little water to keep my engine running. He visits different places he can be active, and tries out making unique movements. Friday Night Wrestlefest

by J.F. Fox; illustrated by Micah Player (Roaring Brook Press, 2020)

It’s Friday night, and for this family, it’s time to wrestle before going to bed. Make up your own wrestling moves while you read about Dangerous Daddoo, Mama-Rama, and the Tag-Team Twins. Recommended by the Denver Public Library children’s librarians.

What Would You Do in a Book About You?

by Jean Reidy; illustrated by Joey Chou (HarperCollins 2021)

The latest from local author Jean Reidy, a three-time Colorado Book Award winner, will inspire kids to get their imaginations moving along with their bodies: Would you march slow and steady? Or sprint from the start? Would you follow the crowd? Or lead from your heart?