ballerinas

"Though Savannah Rose is a gifted ballerina, her real talent is keeping secrets. Schooled in silence by her long-dead mother, Savannah has always believed that her lifelong creed, 'I'm not the kind of girl who tells' will make her just like everyone else, normal, happy, safe. But in the aftermath of a brutal assault by her seemingly perfect boyfriend Tristan, Savannah must finally find the courage to confront the ghosts of her past, or lose herself forever"--OCLC.

"Presents the life of the African-American dancer, describing her childhood, her ballet training, and her work with the American Ballet Theatre"--OCLC.

"'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"--Provided by publisher.

A graphic novel following the life and career of a ballerina, detailing her dance school experiences, performances, and personal life.

"After Ella hears the beautiful story of "La Boutique Fantasque" from her beloved ballet teacher, she is thoroughly enchanted. Once class ends, Ella stays late to help clean up, but then is suddenly transported to a magical world of dancing dolls!"--Dust jacket.

"Ella's kindly ballet teacher, Madame Rosa, introduces the children to "A Midsummer Night's Dream" by Felix Mendelssohn. Ella is so inspired that she stays behind after class is over for just one more fairy dance ... and finds herself transported into the story! ... A brief passage at the back of the book tells the story of William Shakespeare's beloved comedy and includes some interesting facts about Felix Mendelssohn's ... music."--Back cover.

Brenda tells her cousin Tiffany that she has a pair of ballet shoes autographed by the famous ballerina, Camilla Freeman, even though she doesn't and now she'll need the help of her Sugar Plum Sisters to get out of the mess!.

Alex's ballet-crazy Mom enrolls her at the Nutcracker Ballet School and even though Alex is a terrible dancer, she is chosen for the starring role in the school recital.

"Ruby Rose has the best idea ever--she'll put on a dance recital! But when her tights are untangled, her costume is fitted, the tickets are finished, and Ruby Rose makes her way onto the stage, it turns out the audience is caught in the rain! Oh no! Will Ruby Rose let a little thunder and lightning ruin her performance? With some swirling and twirling, Ruby Rose finds a way to star in the best recital ever!"--Provided by publisher.