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Misty Copeland: First African American Principal Ballerina for the American Ballet Theatre

Age 8-12
Grade 4-7

Elizabeth Krajnik

Misty Copeland: First African American Principal Ballerina for the American Ballet Theatre

Paperback (Powerkids Pr Jan. 15, 2018)
It isn't very often that late bloomers are called prodigies, but Misty Copeland is an extraordinary case. At the age of 13, she began her formal ballet training, which is considerably later than most children begin ballet. In 2015, Copeland was promoted from soloist to principal at American Ballet Theatre, one of the world's premiere ballet companies. She has written a memoir and a children's book, and starred in the screen adaptation of her memoir. She advocates for inclusivity in the classical ballet world and as well as body positivity for young women.
Series
Breakout Biographies
ISBN
1538326264 / 9781538326268
Pages
32
Weight
3.2 oz.
Dimensions
7.0 x 0.2 in.

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