Princess Naomi Helps a Unicorn: A Dance-It-Out Creative Movement Story for Young Movers

Written by Once Upon a Dance

Narrated by Amy Barron Smolinski

Unicorns and Horses and Snakes, oh my!

Princess Naomi Helps a Unicorn is a 2021 Mom's Choice Gold Award Recipient.

Interactive movement wrapped up in a charming story of sibling angst, anger management, compassion, and triumph. Grown-ups sit; kiddos move and practice dance fundamentals.

Fed up with her annoying sister, Naomi storms out of the castle, only to discover a unicorn in need of help. With a sense of purpose, she quickly forgets her anger.

Ballerina Konora is featured on each page as optional movement guide for kids who want to get up and dance.

"Cheerful and heartwarming, this movement adventure will inspire creative expression through imagination. As readers replicate the actions in the story, they will gain a greater understanding of human emotions and how to express them through both words and actions."

-Mary Lanni, Librarian/Reviewer

• Language: English
• Publisher: Once Upon a Dance
• Release date: Dec 2, 2021
• ISBN: 9781955555319

Once Upon a Dance

Once Upon a Dance is an award-winning mother-daughter collaboration.Ballerina Konora climbed the ballet ladder to pro, and she's thrilled to be living her dreams dancing as a professional ballerina. Along the way, she danced iconic roles such as Sugar Plum Fairy and Cinderella.Teacher Terrel taught dance for decades and was honored by her City Council for "embodying the spirit of partnership and commitment to children in our community" for her work with young dancers. She's breathed ballet from every angle and worked in early childhood education, for non-profits supporting kids, and as a university English teacher as a Peace Corps volunteer.