Firebird

Misty encourages this young girl's faith in herself and shows her exactly how, through hard work and dedication, she too can become Firebird. Lyrical and affecting text paired with bold, striking illustrations that are some of Caldecott Honoree Christopher Myers's best work, makes Firebird perfect for aspiring ballerinas everywhere.

Putnam Publishing Group. In her debut picture book, misty copeland tells the story of a young girl--an every girl--whose confidence is fragile and who is questioning her own ability to reach the heights that Misty has reached.

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When I Grow Up: Misty Copeland Scholastic Reader, Level 3

Misty copeland is one of the most famous dancers in the world. But before she was dancing for millions of fans, Misty was just a young girl who loved ballet, even though she didn't look like the typical ballerina. Learn how she made it all the way to the top in this exciting level 3 biography! Scholastic.

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Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina Young Readers Edition

Her road to excellence was not easy—a chaotic home life, with several siblings and a single mother, was a stark contrast to the control and comfort she found on stage. Scholastic. Life in motion is a story for all the kids who dare to be different, dream bigger, and want to break stereotypes in whatever they do.

But when she first started dancing—at the late age of thirteen—no one would have guessed the shy, underprivileged girl would one day make history in her field. Determination meets dance in this middle grade adaptation of the New York Times bestselling memoir by the first African-American principal dancer in American Ballet Theatre history, Misty Copeland.

As the first african-american principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre, Misty Copeland has been breaking down all kinds of barriers in the world of dance. Aladdin. And when her home life and incredible dance promise begin to clash, Misty had to learn to stand up for herself and navigate a complex relationship with her mother, while pursuing her ballet dreams.

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Misty Copeland You Should Meet

With the you should meet series, learning about historical figures has never been so fascinating! Scholastic. On june 30, 2015 misty stepped on stage as the first female african-american principal dancer for the American Ballet Theater and made history! A special section at the back of the book includes extras on subjects like history and math, plus a fun timeline filled with interesting trivia facts about dance.

Although she was always challenged by the things that set her apart from other dancers, and exceptional talent, dedication, with a lot of hard work, Misty has become one of the most well-known dancers in America. Aladdin. Pirouette across the stage and get to know misty copeland—the first African-American woman to become a principal ballerina with the American Ballet Theater—in this fascinating, nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a new series of biographies about people “you should meet.

Misty copeland had always dreamed of becoming a dancer, but she had many obstacles to overcome before she could reach her dream. Simon spotlight.


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Ballerina Body: Dancing and Eating Your Way to a Leaner, Stronger, and More Graceful You

Grand central life style. In her first health and fitness book, misty will show women how to find the motivation to get healthier and stronger, and how to reshape their bodies to be lean and flexible, workout routines, with step-by-step advice, meal plans, and words of inspiration. The celebrated ballerina and role model, Misty Copeland, shares the secrets of how to reshape your body and achieve a lean, strong physique and glowing health.

Misty copeland believes "there has been a shift in recent years in which women no longer desire the bare bones of a runway model. Scholastic. Standards have changed: what women do want is a long, toned, powerful body with excellent posture. In other words, the body of a ballerina. Celebrating the importance of healthy fats and a fitness regimen based on ballet exercises, Misty shares her own time-tested exercises and an eating plan focusing on healthy fats, both of which keep her in top shape.

Aladdin. Simon spotlight. An inspiring section on the importance of finding mentors, and eventually being one, plus excerpts from Misty's personal journal, round out this important book on grace and strength. Tips for motivation and words of encouragement as well as tips on how to keep going even when you may want to give up.

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Dancing in the Wings

Her first attempts are definitely not appreciated, but with Sassy's persistence, she just might be able to win him over. Aladdin. Puffin Books. She wants to be a ballerina more than anything, too-long legs, but she worries that her too-large feet, and even her big mouth will keep her from her dream. Simon spotlight.

Scholastic. Sassy is a long-legged girl who always has something to say. Dancing in the wings is loosely based on actress/choreographer Debbie Allen's own experiences as a young dancer. Grand central life style. When a famous director comes to visit her class, Sassy does her best to get his attention with her high jumps and bright leotard.

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Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina

Scholastic. Determination meets dance in this memoir by the history-making ballerina. In this instant new york times bestseller, Misty Copeland makes history, telling the story of her journey to become the first African-American principal ballerina at the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. Grand central life style.

. Puffin Books. Aladdin. A true prodigy, she was attempting in months roles that take most dancers years to master. A sensational memoir as “sensitive” and “clear-eyed” The Washington Post as her dancing, Life in Motion is a story of passion, identity and grace for anyone who has dared to dream of a different life.

But when she first placed her hands on the barre at an after-school community center, underprivileged, no one expected the undersized, and anxious thirteen-year-old to become one of America’s most groundbreaking dancers . But when misty became caught between the control and comfort she found in the world of ballet and the harsh realities of her own life, she had to choose to embrace both her identity and her dreams, and find the courage to be one of a kind.

With an insider’s passion, misty opens a window into the life of an artist who lives life center stage, from behind the scenes at her first classes to her triumphant roles in some of the world’s most iconic ballets. Simon spotlight. Touchstone Books.


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A Ballerina's Tale

Grand central life style. Get the incredible, behind-the-scenes story of how she overcame outmoded ballet culture stereotypes and near career-ending injuries to become one of the most revered dancers of her generation. More than just a ballet success story, A BALLERINA S TALE is a hugely inspirational and universal tale of perseverance.

Touchstone Books. Simon spotlight. Aladdin. Iconic ballerina misty copeland made history when she became the first African-American woman to be named principal dancer of the legendary American Ballet Theater. Scholastic. Puffin Books.


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Alvin Ailey

Disney-Hyperion. Aladdin. A young reader's portrait of dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey considers what the young Alvin might have thought and said and interposes facts about his life and dance theater. Reprint. Touchstone Books. Puffin Books. Scholastic. Simon spotlight. Grand central life style.


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This Is It

Scholastic. Puffin Books. Simon spotlight. Aladdin. Touchstone Books. Disney-Hyperion. Soon enough, the young girl finds confidence in her skills, her body, and her ability to shine. With an energetic, exuberant artwork, rhythmic text that begs to be read aloud and striking, This Is It is a love story to originality and the simple joy of movement.

The future is in your footsteps. Freedom is in your feet. Put one foot in front of the other, and greet your destiny. Fans of misty copeland’s firebird and matt de la Peña’s Last Stop on Market Street will want to read it over and over again. When a young dancer is nervous about her upcoming auditions, her shadow springs to life and leads her on a joyous exploration of their city.

. Grand central life style. Daria peoples-riley’s debut picture book is a celebration of individuality, self-expression, and dance.


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Little Melba and Her Big Trombone

Brimming with ebullience and the joy of making music, Little Melba and Her Big Trombone is a fitting tribute to a trailblazing musician and a great unsung hero of jazz. At age seven, melba fell in love with a big, shiny trombone, and soon taught herself to play the instrument. Aladdin. Grand central life style.

. By the time she was a teenager, Melba s extraordinary gift for music led her to the world of jazz. She joined a band led by trumpet player Gerald Wilson and toured the country. Overcoming obstacles of race and gender, duke ellington, count basie, billie Holiday, harmonies, and Quincy Jones, spinning rhythms, Melba went on to become a famed trombone player and arranger, and melodies into gorgeous songs for all the jazz greats of the twentieth century: Randy Weston, to name just a few.

Simon spotlight. Scholastic. Disney-Hyperion. Melba doretta liston loved the sounds of music from as far back as she could remember. Puffin Books. Touchstone Books. As a child, she daydreamed about beats and lyrics, and hummed along with the music from her family s Majestic radio.


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