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Anna Harsh has been dancing since she was born, which led her to earn a Master's degree in Communication from West Virginia University and a Bachelor's degree in Dance from Slippery Rock University. She is a wife and a teacher who inspires students to be curious. Anna honors her ancestors through writing and performing. Her grandparents immigrated to the United States from Calabria, Italy, in the early 1920s.She is thrilled to introduce her first children's book series to young readers to explore the world through the eyes of Alessia, nurturing curiosity and a love for dance. Read the first book in the series: Alessia Discovers a Spiderweb.Visit www.AnnaHarsh.com to learn more.
""Alessia Discovers a Ladybug by Anna Harsh is a delightful introduction for children to the beauty of Italian dances and culture. With a sweet and inspiring story, paired with Alessandra Aozora's beautiful illustrations, the book reveals the power of dance and rituals as a way to pass down traditions to the next generation. A must-have for anyone who values Italian-American heritage and wants to share it with their family."" - Anabella Lenzu, choreographer, writer and scholar, NYC ""Nella and Alessia dance through life together, while learning important life lessons, while bringing luck and kindness to others. A fun filled tale that will ""edu-tain"" children of all ages, including exciting and engaging elements of Italian movement and dance, the importance of sharing and preserving a variety of family rituals and traditions, the beauty and transformative powers of gardening, and the simple joys of caring and sharing"" - Bob Spiotto, Actor, Director, Producer NY
