Dogs Don't Do Ballet

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This book challenges assumptions and defies gender stereotypes, which can limit one’s possibilities and talents.

This hilarious and beautifully illustrated book will have young readers giggling time and time again. When I take it out she screams excitedly and crawls quickly to my lap, and other times she brings it to me. It also has a very interesting use of an in-text narrator which could be used with children's to enhance their writing styles.

He doesn't do dog stuff like weeing on lampposts or scratching his fleas, or drinking out of the toilet. This story could bring about several discussion points including hobbies, careers and even the the introduction of dance in PE.

This book subtly introduces gender stereotypes and would be a really good opener for a lesson about stereotypes and for children to discuss why dogs can’t do ballet, or why woman can’t be firefighters or why men can’t be nurses etc etc. Dogs Don't Do Ballet, which she illustrated, was shortlisted for the 2010 Roald Dahl Funny Prize and the 2010 BookTrust Early Years Award. and the clear-but-not-heavy-handed transgression of gender norms, since the dog is male wearing a tutu. You could discuss with children who can and can’t do ballet or different activities to understand their viewpoints and break down gender stereotypes. This book could be used for lessons on inclusivity, theme, and figurative language (personification).This fun story is sure to be enjoyed by young readers aged 4+ and could be a good starting point to explore gender stereotypes with slightly older children also. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. This story is about not judging a book by its cover and also about being able follow your desires and aspirations.