Finding My Dance
In her debut picture book, professional Indigenous dancer Ria Thundercloud tells the true story of her path to dance and how it helped her take pride in her Native American heritage.
At four years old, Ria Thundercloud was brought into the powwow circle, ready to dance in the special jingle dress her mother made for her. As she grew up, she danced with her brothers all over Indian country. Then Ria learned more styles--tap, jazz, ballet--but still loved the expressiveness of Indigenous dance. And despite feeling different as one of the only Native American kids in her school, she always knew she could turn to dance to cheer herself up.
Follow along as Ria shares her dance journey--from dreaming of her future to performing as a professional--accompanied by striking illustrations that depict it while bringing her graceful movements to life.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 40
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2022
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Language: en
ISBN: 9780593093894
Creator Bio
Ria Thundercloud and Kalila J. Fuller are a dynamic mother-daughter duo who co-authored the inspiring memoir, Finding My Dance. Ria is a Native American writer and storyteller, whose work is deeply rooted in her cultural heritage and personal experiences. She has a strong passion for bringing awareness to issues affecting Indigenous communities and empowering others through her writing. Kalila is a young writer and activist, whose voice and perspective adds a modern and relatable touch to their collaboration. Together, Ria and Kalila share a powerful message of resilience, self-discovery, and finding the courage to follow your dreams. Their unique writing style and personal connection make Finding My Dance a must-read for readers of all ages.
