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Description
The book is a photographic collection documenting the students of Ballet Tech, the first public school for ballet in New York City. It follows young dancers through their training and performances, featuring their stories, quotes, and photographs. The book showcases how thousands of New York City children have learned ballet free of charge at the school, with many going on to become professional dancers.
Quick Summary
Ballet Tech is America's first public school for ballet, and this book pulls back the curtain to reveal the real young dancers sweating, stretching, and chasing their dreams in a school where ballet is as serious as math class. Kids will love meeting the actual students, hearing their stories, and discovering what it really takes to train like a professional dancer without ever leaving the classroom. If your kid loves behind-the-scenes books about people following their passions, they will devour this the way a dancer devours a post-rehearsal snack. This quick read is perfect for curious kids in grades 4 through 6 who are fascinated by dance, unique schools, or anyone willing to work incredibly hard for their dreams.