Download or read book Ballerina Gets Ready written by Allegra Kent and published by Holiday House. This book was released on 2016-01-30 with total page 21 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A day in the life of a ballerina-- hard work, beautiful costumes, and of course, dance! Tonight Iris will take the stage in her new ballet, but she has a long day planned before then. She wakes up early and heads to the theater, where she has classes, costume fittings and rehearsals. With a break for lunch and an unexpected change in partners, soon enough it's almost show time. At half an hour to curtain Iris gets her shoes ready and does a few chainés. The musicians tune their instruments as the stage manager calls for places. At 8:00 the curtain rises . . . and the dancing begins! Illustrated in glowing watercolors, Ballerina Gets Ready is a peek behind the curtain at the life of a professional ballet dancer and the passion that drives her hard work. Written by accomplished ballerina Allegra Kent, this picture book is perfect for aspiring dancers and curious young readers.

Download or read book Ready to Fly How Sylvia Townsend Became the Bookmobile Ballerina written by Lea Lyon and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-07-07 with total page 45 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lyrical, inspiring, and affecting text paired with bright, appealing illustrations make Ready to Fly perfect for aspiring ballerinas everywhere who are ready to leap and to spread their wings! Ready to Fly is the true story of Sylvia Townsend, an African American girl who falls in love with ballet after seeing Swan Lake on TV. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share at home or in the classroom. Although there aren’t many ballet schools that will accept a girl like Sylvia in the 1950s, her local bookmobile provides another possibility. A librarian helps Sylvia find a book about ballet and the determined seven-year-old, with the help of her new books, starts teaching herself the basics of classical ballet. Soon Sylvia learns how to fly—how to dance—and how to dare to dream. Includes a foreword from Sylvia Townsend, a brief history of the bookmobile, an author’s note, and a further reading list.

Download or read book Ballerina Swan written by Allegra Kent and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sophie the swan joins a ballet class and works hard to earn a part in the end-of-year performance of Swan Lake.

Download or read book Angelina Ballerina Tries Again written by Katharine Holabird and published by Simon Spotlight. This book was released on 2020-05-05 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leap into Angelina Ballerina’s enchanting world and learn how important it is to get up when you fall down in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read. Angelina is chosen as the lead dancer in Sleeping Mouseling. It’s her dream come true! But she can’t land all of steps in her routine...will she keep trying and get it right before the big performance?

Download or read book My First Gymnastics Class written by Alyssa Satin Capucilli and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-06-14 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text and photographs take readers through their very first gymnastics class.

Download or read book Angelina s Sleepover written by Katharine Holabird and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-11-08 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stickers inside! Angelina and her friends are excited to have a sleepover, but they stay up way too late having fun and completely mess up their dance rehearsal the next day! When Ms. Mimi tells the mouselings that they can't perform at the recital, Angelina learns the lesson that sometimes you have to do the right thing, even if it's not always the most fun thing. Little girls will love to read along with Angelina in this episode-based 8 x 8 that comes with a sheet of stickers.

Download or read book Angelina Ballerina and the Tea Party written by Katharine Holabird and published by Simon Spotlight. This book was released on 2019-12-10 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pirouette into Angelina Ballerina’s enchanting world and join her for a tea party in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read! Angelina is hosting a tea party for all her friends from the ballet academy! There are cookies, cakes, and beautiful decorations. Will it be the best tea party ever? © 2019 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

Download or read book I Want to Be Angelina Ballerina written by Katharine Holabird and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A gorgeous novelty book in which Angelina puts on a performance for her family and friends at home. While the reader follows the story, there are elements contained in the book (crown, tutu, wand, stickers and fairy dust) to enable them to dress up and put on their own performance.

Download or read book The Ballerina Mindset written by Megan Fairchild and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-12-07 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to thrive in intense, competitive environments with these secrets from one of America's premiere ballerinas--and get a sneak peek at what her life is really like. Ballet may look glamorous and effortless to audience members, but it requires grueling discipline. It's a competitive and physically and mentally demanding career that combines elite athleticism, artistry, and performance. Not only do dancers rehearse for six to eight hours a day before performing at night, but they also must make it all look easy! As a principal ballerina with New York City Ballet and a one-time Broadway star--not to mention a mother of three and an MBA student--Megan Fairchild is all too familiar with these challenges. In The Ballerina Mindset, she shares all the wisdom she's learned from her nearly two-decade career, drawing upon her own experiences to show us how she learned to overcome challenges ranging from stage fright to negative feedback to a packed calendar to weight management--and how we can do the same. Inspiring, warm, and revelatory, The Ballerina Mindset is the perfect how-to guide for dancers, athletes, artists, and anyone struggling to stay sane in a high-pressure environment.

Download or read book My First Ballet Class written by Katharine Holabird and published by . This book was released on 2005-01 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Angelina Ballerina: My First Ballet Class is written by Katharine Holabird and includes illustrations by Helen Craig, the original creators of the hugely popular Angelina Ballerina storybooks, published by Puffin. The Angelina Ballerina series is renowned for combining a timeless, classic style with themes that are relevant to children today. Through classic storytelling, Angelina helps children believe they can achieve their dreams, with hard work and determination. The Angelina Ballerina stories have been turned into highly successful, award winning TV animations. With the continuous success of the animation series, the Angelina brand is set to achieve even greater levels of fame. Three animation videos are due for release in 2005. Angelina Ballerina: My First Ballet Class is the only Angelina book to combine non-fiction text and photographs of real young ballet students, with original Angelina Ballerina illustrations.

Download or read book Ballerina Dreams written by Lauren Thompson and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2007-10-02 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The inspiring story of five little girls whose ballerina dreams come true with the help of their dedicated teacher.

Download or read book Ballerina written by Patricia Mears and published by Vendome Press. This book was released on 2019-10-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A gorgeously illustrated look at the profound influence that classical ballet and the ballerina have had on high fashion Ballerina: Fashion's Modern Muse is a revelatory, irresistible treat for dance aficionados and fashionistas alike. Couturiers such as Balmain, Balenciaga, Chanel, Schiaparelli, Charles James, Dior, and Yves Saint Laurent designed ballet-inspired dresses and gowns, many featuring the boned bodices and voluminous tulle skirts of classical tutus. And ready-to-wear designers such as Claire McCardell found inspiration in ballet leotards and other practice clothing, creating knitted separates, bathing suits, and wrap dresses. Written by fashion and ballet experts, the book is illustrated with archival photography by such masters as Richard Avedon, Edward Steichen, Irving Penn, Man Ray, and Cecil Beaton, along with newly commissioned photography of contemporary ballerinas wearing ballet-influenced couture.

Download or read book The Ballerina s Keeper written by Lena Blake and published by Lena Blake. This book was released on 2024-08-15 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Ballerina's Keeper In a world of wealth, secrets, and forbidden desires, one man's obsession could be her salvation—or her undoing. Julian, the reclusive billionaire shrouded in mystery, has built an empire on power and fear. Few have seen his face, and even fewer have dared to cross him. But when a tragic accident leaves him the sole heir to a vast fortune, Julian's world is turned upside down by the arrival of someone he never expected—Lorena. Lorena, once a graceful ballerina, now lives in the shadows of her former life, her dreams shattered by a devastating accident. Innocent yet resilient, she pours her heart into teaching children, trying to find peace after the loss of her family. But peace is elusive, especially when she learns the truth about Julian, the man she's been taught to despise. Their worlds collide when Lorena finds herself in danger, and Julian becomes her unexpected protector. Whisked away to his isolated mansion, Lorena is caught between fear and fascination, unsure whether she is a prisoner or a guest, a captive or a cherished treasure. As she unravels the layers of Julian's dark past, Lorena must confront her own feelings. Is Julian the villain she imagined—or the only one who can save her? In The Ballerina's Keeper, love and danger intertwine in a gripping tale of passion, power, and the delicate balance between trust and betrayal. Get lost in a story where passion knows no bounds and love becomes a game of life and death. The Ballerina's Keeper will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

Download or read book Ballerina written by Rachel J. Moore and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-03 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Natalie Eden can’t imagine a day without dancing. She spins and whirls and tiptoes across wooden floors and stages without a second thought for the world around her. It’s her life and her world and she would do anything for the chance to be a professional ballerina. Almost anything. Her dedication and devotion hasn’t gone unnoticed. Natalie’s biggest fan has always been her little sister, Brittany, and Natalie wouldn’t give the world for her sister’s adoration and endless love. So when a terrifying car accident shatters both sisters’ worlds and dreams, Natalie finds it difficult even to begin looking at her beloved ballet slippers. She’s ready to relinquish her dancing until Cooper, the intern at their local hospital, urges her to pick up ballet once more. And slowly, with the help of Cooper, Natalie relearns to fall in love – both with herself, her dancing, and the boy who charmed her back onto the dance floor. This is a clean, standalone romance story with no cliffhanger! ---- Search Terms: second chance romance, feel good romance, sweet romance, inspirational romance, true event romance, sweet and clean novel, love story, clean romance, college romance, college, coming of age, coming of age romance, young adult fiction, young adult, young adult romance, novel, novella, fictions, ebooks

Download or read book The Ballerina s Stand written by Angel Smits and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2016-07-01 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Love reaches far beyond words When she was growing up, a deaf child in foster care, dancing gave Lauren Ramsey a sense of belonging. Now she's a prima ballerina with her own dance studio; everything's finally going right. And then lawyer Jason Hawkins turns up and drops a bombshell: Lauren's unknown father has left her a fortune. Well, Jason can take that money and shove it. Except…he can't. Once he sees Lauren dancing, he can't stay away…

Download or read book Revisiting Renoir Manet and Degas written by Lyutsiya Staub and published by Narr Francke Attempto Verlag. This book was released on 2019-12-16 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work analyses the relationship between visual art and contemporary art fiction by addressing the problem of the ekphrastic re-presentation and re-interpretation of an Impressionist figure painting through its composition, selected details of the painting and allusion to specific techniques used in the process of creating the masterpiece based on the examples of the following novels: Luncheon of the Boating Party (LOTBP) by Susan Vreeland (2007), Mademoiselle Victorine (MV) by Debra Finerman (2007), With Violets (WV) by Elizabeth Robards (2008), Dancing for Degas (DFD) by Kathryn Wagner (2010) and The Painted Girls (TPG) by Cathy Marie Buchanan (2013).

Download or read book His Ballerina Bride written by Teri Wilson and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A jewelry empire CEO falls for a simple salesgirl who was once in the spotlight in this sparkling romance from the USA Today–bestselling author. Debonair Artem Drake has had tongues wagging all over New York since he became surprise CEO of Drake Diamonds. This playboy hopes to bring new life to the storied old business before those rumored bad investments sink the family ship. He’s even plucked an ambitious salesgirl out of the shadows to become the store’s new star designer. But Ophelia Rose isn’t the ingenue she seems. The swanlike beauty’s hiding a past that glimmers as bright as a Drake diamond—she once graced the stage as a professional ballerina . . . until she was forced to take her final curtsy and hide from the limelight. Now can Artem bring her back to center stage? Or will their glittering future together wither under the secrets of the past?