Alicia Alonso Takes the Stage

by Rebel Girls, Nancy Ohlin

Overview

Alicia Alonso Takes the Stage is the story of a world-renowned prima ballerina who impressed people all over the world with her beautiful dancing while living with visual impairments.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781733329279
Publisher:	DK
Publication date:	02/07/2023
Series:	Rebel Girls Chapter Books Series
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 7.00(h) x 0.34(d)
Lexile:	780L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

REBEL GIRLS is a global, multi-platform empowerment brand dedicated to helping raise the most inspired and confident generation of girls through content, experiences, products, and community. Originating from an international best-selling children’s book, Rebel Girls amplifies stories of real-life women throughout history, geography, and field of excellence. With a growing community of nearly 20 million self-identified Rebel Girls spanning more than 100 countries, the brand engages with Generation Alpha through its book series, award-winning podcast, events, and merchandise. With the 2021 launch of the Rebel Girls app, the company has created a flagship destination for girls to explore a wondrous world filled with inspiring true stories of extraordinary women.

REBEL GIRLS is a global, multi-platform empowerment brand dedicated to helping raise the most inspired and confident generation of girls through content, experiences, products, and community. Originating from an international best-selling children’s book, Rebel Girls amplifies stories of real-life women throughout history, geography, and field of excellence. With a growing community of nearly 20 million self-identified Rebel Girls spanning more than 100 countries, the brand engages with Generation Alpha through its book series, award-winning podcast, events, and merchandise. With the 2021 launch of the Rebel Girls app, the company has created a flagship destination for girls to explore a wondrous world filled with inspiring true stories of extraordinary women.

Editorial Reviews

"With this powerful, hope-filled story of overcoming one's obstacles, readers will close this book and feel inspired to leave a legacy of their own" ― School Library Journal

"Cheerful persistence and chatty relatability recur in this fictionalized biography of Cuban prima ballerina Alicia Alonso" ― Publishers Weekly

From the Publisher

07/13/2020

Cheerful persistence and chatty relatability recur in this fictionalized biography of Cuban prima ballerina Alicia Alonso (1920–2019). When Alonso leaves Cuba for New York City, she gives herself a pep talk: “I can do this, she told herself. I can make my own way.” Short, conversational chapters punctuated by on-trend digital illustrations sketch Alonso’s dance-obsessed childhood; marriage, move to the U.S., and motherhood; and relentless work ethic. When Alonso’s eyesight deteriorates, she persists: Visually impaired, she builds a successful career—starring in Giselle and later launching what would become the Ballet Nacional de Cuba. An afterword provides additional context on events in Alonso’s life, including the Cuban Revolution. Includes ballet-inspired movement activities on claiming space. Ages 7–10. (Aug.)

Publishers Weekly

08/01/2020

Gr 1–3—Ballerinas and readers interested in dance will be enthralled by this series addition. Known for their inspiring historical fiction, this "Rebel Girls" installment tells the coming-of-age story of world-renowned ballerina Alicia Alonso, and her challenges and accomplishments as a dancer. Alicia's love of dancing began as a small child performing for her family each evening. This passion for dance blossomed into a dream that Alicia longed to fulfill. Growing up in Cuba and living in Spain for a short period of time, Alicia learned Cuban and Spanish dances. But her true love was ballet, for which she moved to the United States. The story chronicles Alicia's struggles as a dancer, including a physical eye impairment that made her start losing her sight. This chapter book is brimming with colorful illustrations that will help readers imagine the events in Alicia's life unfolding. The back of the book contains extension activities related to dance and movement. VERDICT With this powerful, hope-filled story of overcoming one's obstacles, readers will close this book and feel inspired to leave a legacy of their own.—Megan Honeycutt, Univ. of West Georgia, Carrollton

School Library Journal