Song and Dance Man facts for kids
Song and Dance Man
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| Author | Karen Ackerman |
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| Illustrator | Stephen Gammell |
| Country | United States |
| Genre | Children's picture book |
| Publisher | Knopf |
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Publication date
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1988 |
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| Pages | 32 |
| ISBN | 0-394-89330-1 |
| OCLC | 15485512 |
| [E] 19 | |
| LC Class | PZ7.A1824 So 1988 |
Song and Dance Man is a wonderful children's picture book. It was written by Karen Ackerman and drawn by Stephen Gammell. The book came out in 1988. It tells the story of a grandfather who shares his exciting past with his grandchildren. He used to be a performer on stage!
Grandpa's Amazing Show
What Happens in the Book?
Three children visit their grandfather. They love spending time with him. Grandpa starts to remember his old days on stage. He tells them about being a "vaudeville" performer. Vaudeville was a type of live show. It had singing, dancing, comedy, and magic acts. People watched these shows long before TVs were common.
Grandpa takes the children to his attic. It's a special place full of memories. He finds his old bowler hat, a fancy cane with a gold tip, and his tap shoes. Then, he puts on a show just for them! He tells funny jokes, dances, and sings. The children laugh and have a fantastic time watching their grandpa perform.
Why This Book is Special
The book's pictures are very important. Stephen Gammell drew them using pencils and bright colors. His amazing artwork helped him win a big award. He received the 1989 Caldecott Medal. This medal is given to the artist of the most outstanding American picture book for children.
