Alicia Alonso Dances on (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780807514542)

STARRED REVIEW! "The inspirational life of ballerina Alicia Alonso is shared with young readers in this lovingly illustrated beginning biography. The illustrations excellently depict Alicia's dedication as well as the difficulties with her eyesight and will inspire readers to chase their dreams amid challenges and struggles."--School Library Journal starred review

Alicia Alonso wouldn't let her vision impairment keep her from dancing.

As a young girl in Cuba, Alicia Alonso practiced ballet in tennis shoes. Within a few years, she was in New York City, with a promising ballet career. But her eyesight began to fail. When Alicia needed surgeries to save her vision, dancing was impossible, but she wouldn't give up her dream. She found the strength and determination to return to the stage and become a prima ballerina. This is the true story of a woman who overcame her challenges, mastered her art, and inspired others to dance and dream.

Author: Rose Vi
ISBN-10: 0807514543
ISBN-13: 9780807514542
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2021
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 10.10h x 8.20w x 0.40d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.4
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 514379 / Alicia Alonso Dances on


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 06/01/2021 pg. 65
School Library Journal 07/01/2021 pg. 81
Kirkus Reviews 09/15/2021
Shelf Awareness 10/15/2021
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2021 - Recommended, Satisfactory