Synopsis
Because every prima ballerina started at the beginning! Perfectly pitched text by expert author Kate Castle gives a practical guide to ballet, while specially commissioned photographs capture the magic of dance, from the excitement of a child's first class to the joy of dancing onstage and the wonder of watching a performance. Clear information about what to expect as a young dancer―from what to wear to how to perfect positions―is combined with an inspirational look ahead to the turns, leaps, and arabesques that build from these first steps. The book is full of hints, tips, and step-by-step instructions that will help every child make the most of his or her ballet classes.
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About the Author
Kate Castle began her career as a dancer with the Royal Ballet. Later she became the education officer for the company, and has worked as a dance consultant and educator for many years. She has written several children's books about ballet, including the Kingfisher favorite The Best Book of Ballet.
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Kindergarten-Grade 3–Beginning with What is ballet? this book covers a different aspect of the dance on each spread, from what to wear to what goes on behind the scenes at a performance. Accurate, detailed color photos depict a group of ethnically diverse children learning the fundamentals. At the more advanced levels, an older boy and girl demonstrate jumps, arabesques, and pas de deux. With each subject there are tips, such as definitions of French words used in ballet and the criteria for being ready to dance en pointe. The succinct text and myriad photos make this an appealing guide.–Carol Schene, formerly at Taunton Public Schools, MA
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