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.Ĭustomers who bought this item also bought. Copeland is the only black dancer presently performing as a soloist with the American Ballet. 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. Misty encourages this young girl's faith in herself and shows her exactly how, through hard work and dedication, she too can become Firebird. Reviews arent verified, but Google checks for and removes fake content when its identified. 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. Hornbook Guide to Children - Superior,Well Above Average Physical Information: 0.41' H x 11.38' W x 10.56' (1.03 lbs) 40 pagesįeatures: Ikids, Illustrated, Price on ProductĪwards: Coretta Scott King Award, Winner, Illustrator, 2015Įzra Jack Keats Book Award, Honor Book, New Writer, 2015 American Ballet Theater soloist Misty Copeland encourages a young ballet student, with brown skin like her own, by telling her that she, too, had to learn basic steps and how to be graceful when she was starting out, and that some day, with practice and dedication, the little girl will become a firebird, too. Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Self-esteem & Self-reliance

Juvenile Fiction | People & Places - United States - African-american Juvenile Fiction | Performing Arts - Dance Firebird by Misty Copeland and Christopher Myers The space between you and me is longer than forever says a young girl. WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guaranteeīinding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions In this, her first book for children, she establishes a dialogue with. Copeland, a soloist with American Ballet Theater, is a rara avis, an African-American ballerina. A dancer offers encouragement to those who dream of following her onto the stage. Contributor(s): Copeland, Misty (Author), Myers, Christopher (Illustrator) by Misty Copeland illustrated by Christopher Myers RELEASE DATE: Sept.

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