Capoeira: Game! Dance! Martial Art!
No. of pages 48
Published: 2015
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"Capoeira: Game! Dance! Martial Art!" by George Ancona introduces readers to the vibrant world of capoeira, a Brazilian art form that blends dance, music, and martial arts. Through engaging photographs and text, the book showcases the movements of capoeira and explores its cultural significance, origins, and the community that practices it. Readers are invited to understand not only the physicality of the sport but also the rhythm and spirit that define it. The narrative captures the joy, discipline, and creativity involved in capoeira, making it accessible for those unfamiliar with the art form while celebrating its rich heritage. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2015 by Lee & Low Books Inc .
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Americas Award
The Americas Award is an annual literary award that recognizes and celebrates outstanding literature for children and young adults that authentically and engagingly portrays Latin America, the Caribbean, or Latinx culture in the United States. The award was established in 1993 by the Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs (CLASP) at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.