Disco Dave

Name: Disco Dave
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ISBN: 9781433848582

Jody Jensen Shaffer, Yana Kozak

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Magination Press, (American Psychological Association)
03 March 2026

General fiction (Children's&YA); Animal stories (Children's&YA); Dance, ballet (Children's&YA); Wildlife (Children's&YA); Personal & social issues: self-awareness & self-esteem (Children's&YA)

A Disco-Loving Walrus Learns That There’s More Than One Way to Shine

Dave the walrus loves everything about disco: the sparkling lights, the booming beats, and all the funky dance moves he’s eager to try. But when he finally gets his moment on the dance floor, things do not go well. Crashes, slips, and every kind of tumble leave Dave feeling discouraged and unsure if he will ever keep up with the groove he loves so much.

Just when he is ready to hang up his bell bottoms and platform shoes for good, something unexpected sends the entire disco community into an uproar. Dave realizes there may be another way to join the fun, one that fits him perfectly. This upbeat and humorous story helps children explore problem solving, confidence, and finding creative ways to participate when things don’t go as planned.

Key Features

Builds Confidence and Persistence: Helps children ages 4 to 9 understand that learning new skills takes time and that it’s okay to try again. Encourages Creativity and Self-Belief: Shows kids that there is more than one way to enjoy their passions and express themselves. Promotes Social-Emotional Skills: Supports conversations about coping with disappointment, adapting to challenges, and exploring new solutions. Engaging Read-Aloud Experience: Playful text and lively illustrations make this a joyful pick for families, classrooms, and libraries. Reader’s Note for Adults: Includes expert guidance on talking with children about flexibility, problem solving, and emotional growth. Trusted Publisher: From Magination Press, the children's imprint of the American Psychological Association, experts in child development and emotional well-being.

By: Jody Jensen Shaffer
Illustrated by: Yana Kozak
Imprint: Magination Press, (American Psychological Association)
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 260mm, Width: 210mm,
Weight: 308g
ISBN: 9781433848582
ISBN 10: 1433848589
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 03 March 2026
Recommended Age: From 6 to 7 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jody Jensen Shaffer is an award-winning poet and the author of more than seventy books of fiction and nonfiction for children. Jody’s poetry and fiction have been published in magazines like Highlights, Ladybug, and Clubhouse Jr. She lives in Liberty, MO. Yana Kozak is a Ukrainian children's book illustrator living in France. She loves to create funny, emotional characters who are exploring the world.

Reviews for Disco Dave

""Dave’s aspirations are high, but supportive friends help him find a new route to his goal; readers will feel encouraged to pursue their own passions. A heartfelt reminder that falling on one’s face often gives us the opportunity to rise in a whole new direction.""—Kirkus Reviews ""The illustrations are outta sight, with colors, patterns, and hairstyles that will entertain children and their radical reading helpers alike.""—Foreword Reviews