At the age of three, Michaela DePrince found a photo of a ballerina that changed her life. She was living in an orphanage in Sierra Leone at the time, but was soon adopted by a family and brought to America. Michaela never forgot the photo of the dancer she once saw, and decided to make her dream of becoming a ballerina come true.

She has been dancing ever since, and after a spell as a principal dancer in New York, now dances for the Dutch National Ballet in Amsterdam.

Beautifully and gently illustrated by Ella Okstad, Ballerina Dreams is the younger-reader edition of Michaela DePrince's highly moving memoir, Hope In A Ballet Shoe.

The national dancers of Uzbekistan are almost always female. In a society that has been Muslim for nearly seven hundred years, why and how did unveiled female dancers become a beloved national icon during the Soviet period? Also, why has their popularity continued after the Uzbek republic became independent? The author argues that dancers, as symbolic girls or unmarried females in the Uzbek kinship system, are effective mediators between extended kin groups, and the Uzbek nation-state. The female dancing body became a tabula rasa upon which the state inscribed, and reinscribed, constructions of Uzbek nationalism.

Doi describes the politics of gender in households as well as the dominant kinship idioms in Uzbek society. She traces the rise of national dance as a profession for women during the Soviet period, prior to which women wore veils and kept purdah. The final chapter examines emerging notions of Uzbek, as regional and national groups contest the notion through debates about what constitutes authentic Uzbek dance. Doi concludes with a comparative discussion of the power of marginality, which enabled Uzbeks to maintain a domain where Uzbek culture and history could be honored, within the Russocentric hegemony of the Soviet state.

The pirates Adam, Amy and Ali are tired of their quiet life on Cutlass Island and wish that they could go and live in the exciting, big city. So when they spot a ship, they climb on board and hide in a hamper filled with costumes... and tutus! Soon they're on an adventure filled with sea monsters, ballet dancers and a swindling pirate. Will they ever make it ashore?

This swashbuckling, adventure-filled tale from bestselling author Saviour Pirotta is perfect for children who are learning to read by themselves and for Key Stage 1. It features engaging illustrations from Erica Salcedo and quirky characters young readers will find hard to resist.

Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. They are packed with gorgeous colour illustrations and include inside cover notes to help adults reading with children, as well as ideas for activities related to the stories.

Book Band: Purple
Ideal for ages 6+

Superstar DJ Sam Francisco and his feline friends are throwing the best party. But the music is keeping Buzzkill Bill awake. He sends his dogs to shut it down. Then pest control, the firebrigade and the police! When Bill pulls the plug things look bleak, but luckily it's the people (and the cats) who make a party, not the fancy equipment.

Fiona Finkelstein was born to be a ballerina--if she can get over her stage fright, that is. The first in the feisty and endearing Not-So-Ordinary Girl trilogy.
More than catching fireflies, more than eating triple-hot fudge sundaes, and even more than waking up on the first day of summer vacation, Fiona Finkelstein wants to become a ballerina. There's just one problem: In her last recital, she starred as the unforgettable Fiona VOMITstein--her "performance" went all over the stage, and all over Benevolence Castles's cancan costume.
Can Fiona overcome her fears and blossom as a big-time ballerina in "The Nutcracker," even in a snowstorm? Or will she be the only person in her family to have the flat-out worst case of stage fright ever?
"Originally published as "Fiona Finkelstein, Big-Time Ballerina .""

A beautiful sticker book full of stunning costumes and dramatic dance scenes to enchant budding ballerinas. Dress the ballerinas for their performances in famous ballets such as Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker, as well as backstage scenes, rehearsals and more.

Use the stickers to create scenes from the world of ballet, from the hard work of a rehearsal and the glamour of a costume fitting to the excitement of performing Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and other favourite ballets. With over 200 reusable stickers, including lots of sparkly stickers, and a fold-out back cover to store stickers when not in use.

A hilarious whodunnit about two kids trying to save the UK's top TV talent show from a mysterious saboteur! "Annoyingly good." - David Baddiel "Ivor is a funny, clever and brilliant writer, so it's no surprise that he's written such a funny, clever and brilliant book, which is also heartwarming and full of joy. The man's a marvel." - Dermot O'Leary "Kids are going to go crazy for this brilliant book!" "Ivor Baddiel tells a rip-roaring good story - pesky, gleeful and very funny"- Mel Giedroyc "This is a terrifically funny "whodunnit" children's book" - Peter Dickson (voice of the X Factor) Someone is threatening to destroy Britain's Biggest New Star, the country's favourite TV talent show. The secret service decides to send in two young spies, twins Harry and Abby, to investigate. Their ticket backstage is their father, washed up comedian Gus, who believes the contest is his chance to revive his career. The list of suspects is long, and the twins don't know whom to trust. But they better track down the culprit soon, before disaster strikes the show - and its royal guest! A fast-paced spy caper packed with laughs and surprising twists, from comedy writer Ivor Baddiel - someone who really knows backstage life on Britain's favourite talent shows! Perfect for fans of books by David Walliams and Tom Fletcher, and Maz Evans's Vi Spy. The cover and spine feature shiny gold lettering, and the book includes black and white illustrations throughout by James Lancett.

Dress and accessorize all the different DANCERS in this beautiful My Sticker Dress-Up activity book! Children will enjoy screen-free fun with this amazing sticker book that encourages hours of unlimited imagination and play. Features a variety of dancers and dance styles including ballet, jazz, and tap. With 5 pages of reusable stickers, children will love exploring their creativity by creating their own outfits, scenes, and, of course...STYLE! Contains over 350 reusable stickers for multiple dress-up options Costumes and accessories can be used on multiple figures so children experience unlimited creativity Makes a wonderful birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, Easter basket stuffer, or any celebration gift

Pirouette into Angelina Ballerina's enchanting world with this adorable board book about Angelina's wonderful day--a day full of dancing! Today is a dancing day for Angelina! She brushes her teeth while practicing her plies, she points her toes while she eats breakfast, and she leaps across the schoolyard. Soon it's her favorite time of day--ballet class! But the dancing doesn't stop there...Angelina's family takes her to a real ballet performance with many more special treats to follow. It is a cozy end to a very happy day because the only thing better than dancing is being with family! (c) 2020 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.

Grab your very own VIP access pass and enter the wonderful world of the ballet theatre. Have you ever wondered how ballet dancers stay strong and avoid injury? Or how the magical scenes on stage are created by the set department? Step behind the scenes of the ballet theatre with your very own access-all-areas invitation to find out. Discover how stunning costumes are designed and see the thousands of shoes stored in the shoe room. Watch the dancers put on dramatic makeup, elaborate wigs and headdresses to create their characters. Discover the magic and wonder of performance night as the dancers prepare to dance Swan Lake. As you turn the pages you'll read the stories of other famous ballets such as The Nutcracker and The Firebird. With beautifully intricate illustrations, you'll discover more wonderful details each time you return.

The classic bestselling picture book Angelina and the Princess is back in a beautiful, refreshed hardcover edition perfect for Angelina fans new and old! Angelina hopes to dance the starring role in an upcoming performance for the Royal Ballet, but instead is cast in a tiny part. She is so disappointed that she wants to quit ballet. Eventually, though, she decides to work hard for her friends in the performance. Angelina's decision leads to an unexpected turn of events-and a happy ending for everyone!

Discover the spellbinding magic of Swan Lake in this musical retelling of the ballet - push the button on each beautiful scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Tchaikovsky's score. This tale of a prince, a beautiful swan princess and an evil sorcerer begins in a woodland clearing far, far away. It is Prince Siegfried's 21st birthday. He is playing games with his friends when his mother, the Queen, arrives to tell him he needs to stop having fun and start looking after the kingdom. Prince Siegfried dreams of running away. He follows an enchanting flock of swans to a clearing by a lake, where four of the little cygnets begin to dance. The most beautiful swan transforms into the Princess Odette, who tells him that she has been cursed to turn into a swan by day and return to her natural form at night by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart. As the prince and Odette dance, they begin to fall in love. The story follows Prince Siegfried as he attends his birthday party, is tricked into proposing to Von Rothbart's daughter Odile and returns to the lake to battle the evil sorcerer. Will the prince be reunited with his swan princess? As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes, you will press the buttons to hear 10 excerpts from the ballet's music. Readers should press firmly on the pages to activate the sounds, encouraging interactive learning and introducing children to this beautiful piece of music. At the back of the book, find a short biography of the composer, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, with details about his composition of Swan Lake. Next to this, you can replay the musical excerpts and, for each of them, read a discussion of the instruments, rhythms and musical techniques that make them so powerful. A glossary defines musical terms. The Story Orchestra series brings classical music to life for children through gorgeously illustrated retellings of classic ballet, opera and program music stories paired with 10-second sound clips of orchestras playing from their musical scores. With The Story Orchestra keyboard sound books, children can play the famous melodies themselves with the sound of a real grand piano. Also available from the Story Orchestra series: The Magic Flute, I Can Play (vol 1), Carnival of the Animals, The Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker and Four Seasons in One Day. Manufacturer's note: please pull the white tab out of the back of the book before use. Sound buttons require a firm push in exact location to work, which may be hard for young children. All sound clips are 10 seconds long. The perfect primer to introduce children to classical music.

Peppa and George are going to Ireland for an Irish-dancing festival! But when the band forget their instruments, will Peppa and her family be able to save the day? This brand-new story features a glittery cover and is the perfect introduction to Ireland for little Peppa fans.

Pack your bag for ballet class with Angelina Ballerina in this interactive novelty book--featuring three lift-the-flaps, a foil mirror, and a pop-up finale! More than anything, Angelina loves to dance. Her dream is to become a prima ballerina one day! But first, Angelina has to get to dance recital to practice for a big performance. Like every serious dancer, Angelina needs her trusted ballet bag to carry all her dance essentials, plus everything in between! (c)2021 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.

Get to know the steps, performances, and dancers who added their signature style to the hip-hop movement. From DJ Kool Herc who started it all to Michael Jackson's Moonwalk to DM Nation, an all-female hip-hop crew, Today's Hip-Hop: Beyond Breaking and Power Moves will have you popping, locking and spinning on the dance floor.

Learn how to move and groove like the animals do with this bright, fun and silly book aimed at younger readers to engage them in movement! Scuttle sideways like a crab, leap like a lemur, and waggle dance like a bumble bee. Meet a collection of animals from around the world and discover how they move, and why. The book features a different creature on each spread, along with step-by-step actions to help the kids move just like the animal. The perfect book to read aloud one-to-one, or as a fun activity to engage a group of young children and get them stretching, hopping, wriggling and jumping!

The classic bestselling picture book Angelina and Alice is back in a beautiful, refreshed hardcover edition, making it a perfect gift for fans both new and old! Angelina and Alice love doing gymnastics together. The only difference is Alice can do perfect handstands, while Angelina can't. When Angelina falls down, all the older children laugh-and Alice giggles, too. In the end, Angelina and Alice learn the importance of teamwork and become the best of friends all over again. (c)2021 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.