Misty Copeland: a Little Golden Book Biography

Name: Misty Copeland: a Little Golden Book Biography
ISBN: 9780593380673

Sherri L. Smith

Random House Children's Books · Print & ebook · January 18, 2022

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Who it’s for: A young-reader biography traces Misty Copeland’s path into ballet and history.
Themes: Ballet and dance, Misty Copeland’s biography, Pursuing dreams
Genres: Performers' Biographies for Kids, Dance & Movement, Biographies of Women for Kids

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Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography all about Misty Copeland, the American Ballet Theatre's first Black principal dancer! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers! This Little Golden Book introduces ballet prodigy Misty Copeland to the youngest readers.

The first Black principal dancer in the history of the American Ballet Theatre—who didn't start dancing until she was almost thirteen—continues to impress the world and pave the way for young Black girls to chase their dreams. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: • Jackie Robinson • Simone Biles • LeBron James • Lionel Messi • Tom Brady • Muhammad Ali • Katie Ledecky

Ballet’s First Black Principal

A young-reader biography traces Misty Copeland’s path into ballet and history.

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An introduction to Misty Copeland’s life in ballet

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She began dancing when she was almost thirteen.
Her place as American Ballet Theatre’s first Black principal dancer

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Dance & Movement	75%
Performers' Biographies for Kids	69%
Biographies of Women for Kids	39%

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Performers' Biographies for Kids
Biographies of Women for Kids
Dance & Movement

Authors: Sherri L. Smith
Publisher: Random House Children's Books
Published: January 18, 2022
Format: Print & ebook
Theme: Ballet and dance · Misty Copeland’s biography · Pursuing dreams
Reading lane: Performers' Biographies for Kids