speech balloons alternate with narration to tell the story in a fresh, droll manner. Text and illustrations work beautifully together in this witty fantasy. Accompanied by Randy Cecil's beguiling illustrations, here is an irresistible story that proves that no problem is too big when the heart and imagination know no bounds. James Howe's lovable dinosaur is of a size outmatched only by her determination, and has talent outmatched only by her charm. Booklist (starred review) Brontorina knows, deep in her heart, that she is meant to be a ballerina. Illustrations.īook Synopsis A hugely sympathetic heroine. Howe introduces a lovable dinosaur whose size is outmatched only by her determination, and whose talent is outmatched only by her charm. She wants to dance, but she is too large to fit in Madame Lucille's dance studio.

The four modules in Series 1 collectively address all National ELA and Core Arts Standards.About the Book Brontorina has a dream. Note: This module is part of 1st Grade: Series 1. Standards Matrixįor your reference, we have added images of the literacy standards matrix for this module.īallerina, Studio, Academy, Dream, Graceful, Beamed, Downcast Mr./Mrs./Ms./Miss _’s Dance AcademyĪt the end of the module, you’ll find options for summative writing tasks and optional extensions that can stretch the module further.Distinguishing between Images and Words in Text/ Exploration of Ballet.This module contains the following lessons: Each lesson is designed in an easy to read format, with standards, materials needed, and step-by-step directions to ensure you are fully prepared when it’s time to deliver. We have added a sample of a During Rea ding lesson entitled Dance Vocabulary for you to preview. Lessons are marked for Before-, During-, or After-Reading to guide your planning. This module creates a safe space for students to be courageous, like Brontorina, and discover new vocabulary that depicts their feelings at times when their own dreams seem unlikely.Įach Artful Reading Module is flexibly designed for a 2-3 week duration. Students will be risk takers and try on ballet positions, while listening to classical music and studying famous ballet dancers. Brontorina is the story of a dinosaur who has a dream to dance but her size makes her dream feel unlikely.