Zumba Fitness

This contemporary title explores Zumba Fitness in today's health-oriented world. The teenage reader is exposed to the beginnings of Zumba with founder Beto Perez, and Zumba's growth & popularity. The young reader is encouraged to relate their style to the choreography. Different types of dances are highlighted and the reader is prompted to research these in light of their individual interests. Safety issues are presented where appropriate. The "Zumba Fitness" title has been developed to encourage teens to analyze the information and satisfies many of the Common Core specific goals, higher level skills, and progressive strategies for middle grade and junior high level students.From Booklist, January 2015: "All the books feature lively color photographs that just might convince kids to get off the couch."