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Boys Don't Dance!

Alex Preston Andi Andriansyah

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Bear and Bee Books
01 August 2025
Boys Don't Dance! - A Rhyming Story About Tap Dancing, Confidence, and Being Yourself
""Boys don't dance!"" Yes, that's what they said.

But Alex had other ideas in his head.

Dancing brought Alex incredible joy!

So why should it matter that he was a boy?

Meet Alex, a spirited and silly young tap dancer who's excited to shine during Show and Tell!

But when a jealous classmate teases him for dancing, Alex must find the courage to stand tall, dance strong, and show the world that being different is something to celebrate.

Perfect for classrooms, dance studios, and bedtime reading, Boys Don't Dance! blends humor, heart, and rhythm into an uplifting story about bravery, self-expression, and self-love.

Recommended For:

Ages 5-10 (Kindergarten through 4th grade)

Kids who love dancing, music, movement, or being on stage

Dance teachers looking for inclusive stories to share

Elementary school educators seeking SEL-aligned books

Parents and caregivers raising confident, kind kids

Anyone who believes boys can dance-and do it proudly!

Boys Don't Dance! is a joyful reminder that everyone deserves to shine-no matter what anyone says.
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Illustrated by:   Andi Andriansyah
Imprint:   Bear and Bee Books
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 216mm,  Spine: 3mm
Weight:   122g
ISBN:   9798999558305
Pages:   42
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 5 to 10 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Alex Preston is a children's author and lifelong storyteller with a background in dance and filmmaking. Originally from Dawsonville, Georgia, he began dancing at age three and grew up in his family's studio, later becoming an award-winning competitive dancer and choreographer across the United States.He studied Media Studies and Theatre at Mercer University, where he created content for Mercer Marketing and danced on ESPN as NCAA mascot Toby Bear. He went on to earn a Master of Fine Arts in Film and Television from Savannah College of Art and Design. His films have earned honors at festivals around the world.Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Mr. Preston teaches film production at a local charter school and supports young dancers as a judge for the Georgia High School Association. Outside the classroom, he enjoys painting, filmmaking, cooking, and spending time with his family and dogs, Todd and Leilani.

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