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Brontorina Hardcover – August 10, 2010

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Product Details

  • Age Range: 4 - 8 years
  • Grade Level: Preschool - 3
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Candlewick; First Edition edition (August 10, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0763644374
  • ISBN-13: 978-0763644376
  • Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 0.4 x 11 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 starsReview from Books That Heal Kids
By Books That Heal Kids on October 27, 2010
Format: Hardcover
Brontorina covers acceptance, rejection, being yourself, differences, and following your dreams quite beautifully. When Brontorina enters Madame Lucille's Dance Academy she is met with warmth and curiosity. But she's also met with a little bit of an attitude by two girls who just can't seem to find anything nice to say. It's like they want her to fail. They have a very minor role but I pointed out their put-downs. A kiddo said, "They are trying to stand in front of her dream!" Luckily, there are two other dancers, Clara and Jack, who want nothing more then to help her succeed. We need to lift each other up - not cut each other down. This was a well received message thanks to Brontorina. Major kudos to the author for picking a dinosaur to be a ballerina. This kept both boys and girls engaged. The last illustration got a heartwarming "AHHHHHH" from all the students. Oh, and from me too! As an elementary school counselor, it's refreshing to find books like Brontorina.
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5.0 out of 5 starsFun story with a great lesson
By J.Prather TOP 1000 REVIEWERVINE VOICE on August 14, 2010
Format: Hardcover
I loved this story! Brontorina Apatosaurus is a dinosaur who just has to dance. After all,she has the name of a ballerina doesn't she? I loved Madame Lucille's attitude of acceptance and Brontorina's steadfast refusal to give up on her dream. I even liked the snarky girls on the sidelines that kept commenting on how she didn't have the right shoes. The illustrations are simple and adorable, giving Brontorina just the perfect amount of innocence and charm that will have every reader rooting for her. The ending, which shows just how far Madame Lucille was willing to go to make sure that Brontorina could dance, is a testament to inclusiveness. In the end, she even gets the right shoes. This is a perfect choice for preschool and kindergarten groups as a read aloud, and can be used effectively to promote discussions about acceptance. Recommended
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5.0 out of 5 starsShelf Worthy
By S.K.S. on March 17, 2012
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I first checked this out from the library and after reading it to my twin 4 year old girls...who love-love-love anything ballet, I jumped on Amazon to buy a copy for our home shelf. The characters are strong, the story is well written, and the ending is very cute and satisfying. Love the voice of this story.
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5.0 out of 5 starsThis one will be a classic!
By mdgal on March 16, 2011
Format: Hardcover
I came across this book while looking for other books Randy Cecil has illustrated (we loved his 'We've all got belly buttons'). This is my 21 month old's favorite book. Granted, this is for older children but my daughter enjoys being read to and loves the emotion in this book. As a parent reading the book to her (many times a day) I'm nowhere near being sick of the book; Randy Cecil's illustrations are beautiful and James Howe's text is just enough, so we hover on each page talking about what else is going on.
I hope this book will teach my daughter acceptance of people no matter their differences and the determination to hold on to her dreams. Can't recommend this book enough!
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5.0 out of 5 starsAn Inconvenient Dream?
By VReviews VINE VOICE on February 12, 2011
Format: Hardcover
Mashing together the words Brontosaurus and Ballerina produces nothing but wacky fun in Howe's I have a dream story. Despite the obvious obstacles of size, Brontorina must also overcome perceptions of what is acceptable, or likely as she pursues her dream to be a ballerina. Her heart wins over her doubters, and through friendship and acceptance she achieves her dream.

Great story to kickoff the study of famous Americans, citizenship, friendship, and goal setting.
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5.0 out of 5 starsWonderful Story
By Kimberly L. Ellis on April 19, 2013
Format: Hardcover
A story about looking at challenges differently. A dinosaur wants to be a ballerina. Impossible you say! Read this easy reader and find out. The whimsical illustrations by Randy Cecil nicely complement the story.
James Howe is the creator of Bunnicula.
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5.0 out of 5 starsGreat Story, Great Book
By lydiadeetz on November 14, 2011
Format: Hardcover
My 3 year old boy loves this book. I like the story and the cute illustrations. It's got some great messages - ignore your critics, persevere and follow your dreams, don't judge based on appearances, how to problem solve, etc. But, it presents these messages without being preachy or obnoxious.

I also like that it appeals to kids of either gender. My son knows nothing about ballet, but he does like dinosaurs, so he's able to relate.

A very sweet, well-done book.
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5.0 out of 5 starsCharming story with good take-away lessons
By Books for Children on September 11, 2012
Format: Hardcover
A charming story about a dinosaur who wants to attend ballet school but faces size-related obstacles. Good lessons about accommodation and acceptance.

As recommended on my children's book recommendation site Books for Children ([...]
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Cute book for my daughter

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5.0 out of 5 starsLovely story!

We love to read this one aloud in our house and give all the characters their own funny voices. A favorite in our family.

Published 3 months ago by Michelle
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cute story about trying your hardest and appreciating who you are

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Lovely book teaches good lessons all while being fun for boys and girls to read.

Published 10 months ago by Thomas
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cute book about solving problems and making room for everyone!

Published 14 months ago by Steven H.
4.0 out of 5 starsA brontosaurus ballerina?

Cute story about a dinosaur who wants to be a ballerina.

Published 14 months ago by seattle rg
5.0 out of 5 starsIn her heart, she IS a ballerina!

Originally loaned from the public library, we loved this book so much we had to add a copy to add to our own personal library. Read more

Published 23 months ago by Jessica Varney
5.0 out of 5 starsBrontorina

We got this book from the library because my daughter loves ballet and dinosaurs! We had to buy a copy of our own!

Published 24 months ago by Mary Hines
5.0 out of 5 starsNothing extinct about this wonderful tale

Brontorina is gigantic-ly lovable - a delightful story that all aspiring ballerinas will enjoy to the fullest while they twirl and pirouette around their homes.

Published on April 2, 2014 by S. Tako
5.0 out of 5 starsGreat story about not letting your differences deter you!

Great book that shows that being different shouldn't deter a child from working towards their goal.I read with my granddaughter this evening and we both enjoyed!

Published on January 11, 2014 by Laukie

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