Overview
National Book Award finalist Violet Duncan’s lyrical text celebrates an Indigenous child’s deep connection with her mother and with the world around her as she moves through the dance of life.
All around Little Leaf is lovely movement. On her arrival, the tall grasses sway as if to welcome her. When she learns to walk, she loves how the wind whips her hair while her strong legs let her explore. As she grows, surrounded by the wonders of nature, she can’t help dancing in honor of a world filled with colorful tumbles of leaves, shimmering stars, and sparkling snowflakes. Buoyed by her mother’s love and wisdom, she also dances for the ancestors who guide her on her journey and for those she has yet to meet, and revels in her mother’s words: All of life is a glorious dance we share together.
Violet Duncan’s uplifting text and Kelsey Mata Foote’s gorgeous art bring to life the joy in greeting each day with fresh eyes, and reveling in the moment.
All around Little Leaf is lovely movement. On her arrival, the tall grasses sway as if to welcome her. When she learns to walk, she loves how the wind whips her hair while her strong legs let her explore. As she grows, surrounded by the wonders of nature, she can’t help dancing in honor of a world filled with colorful tumbles of leaves, shimmering stars, and sparkling snowflakes. Buoyed by her mother’s love and wisdom, she also dances for the ancestors who guide her on her journey and for those she has yet to meet, and revels in her mother’s words: All of life is a glorious dance we share together.
Violet Duncan’s uplifting text and Kelsey Mata Foote’s gorgeous art bring to life the joy in greeting each day with fresh eyes, and reveling in the moment.
While major retailers like Amazon may carry Life Is a Dance, we specialize in bulk book sales and offer personalized service from our friendly, book-smart team based in Portland, Oregon. We’re proud to offer a Price Match Guarantee and a streamlined ordering experience from people who truly care.
We’re trusted by over 75,000 customers, many of whom return time and again. Want proof? Just check out our 25,000+ customer reviews—real feedback from people who love how we do business.
Prefer to talk to a real person? Our Book Specialists are here Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST and ready to help with your bulk order of Life Is a Dance.