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Book

Misty Copeland : ballet dancer

Call Number

  • 921 C7826S TEEN (CEN)

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Edition

First Edition.

Publication Information

© 2020 by Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC.

Physical Description

32 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.

Audience

Grade level for this book is grades 1-4.

Summary

"As the first African American woman to become a principal dancer for a major ballet company, Misty Copeland has broken barriers in the world of dance. Biography fans will learn about Copeland's rise from challenging circumstances to premier ballerina, including her childhood, her early dance lessons, and difficulties she overcame. Fast facts and intriguing sidebars teach students about Misty Copeland's influences, her perseverance, and the ways she is giving back to underserved communities today." --

Notes

Includes webography.

Contents

  • Who is Misty Copeland?
  • Breaking barriers
  • Changing the face of ballet
  • Timeline
  • Glossary
  • Further information
  • Index
  • About the author.

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