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The story of Misty Copeland : a biography book for new readers / written by Frank Berrios ; illustrated by Juanita Londoño.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextSeries: Story of (Rockridge Press) | Biography book for new readersPublisher: Emeryville, California : Rockridge Press, [2021]Copyright date: ©2021Description: 58 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 21 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9781638074991
  • 1638074992
Other title:
  • Misty Copeland
Subject(s): Genre/Form:
Contents:
A trailblazer is born -- The early years -- Becoming a ballerina -- Joining the ABT -- A rising star -- Breaking barriers -- A dream come true -- So. . .who is Misty Copeland?.
Summary: Misty Copeland is the first Black female principal dancer for the American Ballet Theatre. Before she made history and became a symbol of change in the world of ballet, she was a determined girl who loved watching gymnastics and dancing on the drill team. She worked hard and overcame many obstacles to fulfill her dream of becoming a great ballerina. This book helps kids explore how Misty went from being a shy young girl growing up in California to a world-famous ballet dancer and a role model to many people.
Holdings
Item type Home library Collection Call number Materials specified Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Children's Book Children's Book Main Library Children's Biography COPELAND M. B533 Available 33111010866453
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Discover the life of Misty Copeland--a story about changing the world through dance, for kids ages 6 to 9

Misty Copeland is the first Black female principal dancer for the American Ballet Theatre. Before she made history as a ballerina, she was a determined girl who loved watching gymnastics and dancing on the drill team. This book explores how Misty went from being a shy young girl growing up in California to a world-famous ballet dancer and a role model to many people.
Independent reading --This Misty Copeland biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own. Critical thinking --Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Misty's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more. A lasting legacy --Find out how Misty worked hard and overcame many obstacles to fulfill her dream of becoming a great ballerina.

How will Misty's dedication and positive outlook inspire you?

Discover activists, artists, and athletes, and more from all across history with the rest of The Story Of series, including famous figures like: Simone Biles, Jackie Robinson, Michelle Obama, Barack Obama, and Maya Angelou.

Includes bibliographical references.

A trailblazer is born -- The early years -- Becoming a ballerina -- Joining the ABT -- A rising star -- Breaking barriers -- A dream come true -- So. . .who is Misty Copeland?.

Misty Copeland is the first Black female principal dancer for the American Ballet Theatre. Before she made history and became a symbol of change in the world of ballet, she was a determined girl who loved watching gymnastics and dancing on the drill team. She worked hard and overcame many obstacles to fulfill her dream of becoming a great ballerina. This book helps kids explore how Misty went from being a shy young girl growing up in California to a world-famous ballet dancer and a role model to many people.

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