The Ballet Book: The Young Performer's Guide to Classical Dance

by Deborah Bowes and Karen Kain

Book Overview

"This comprehensive guide... helps youngsters who love ballet to understand the hard work and commitment involved in classical dance training." -- School Library Journal (of the first edition) "A... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1552093522
• ISBN13: 9781552093528
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: Firefly Books
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.2" x 10.2"
• Age Range: 8 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 9

Customer Reviews

5 Star!

I really, really, really like this book. I love the pictures too. It tells you a lot about steps and how to become a healthy dancer. Also, it tells you a little bit about pointe.

A Really Great Handbook for Basic Ballet Exercises

A wonderful example of beautiful ballet technique and poise. It is a friendly and simple introduction to the basics of ballet for any beginner. My sisters and I really learned a lot from this book. I highly recommend this to any aspiring ballet dancer.

An excellent introduction for kids!

This survey of ballet dance for young performers provides a fine introduction for kids just beginning to explore the potentials of ballet. Black and white photos of students in action accompany tips on positioning, pointe work, allegros and ballet classes. A fine guide recommended for young newcomers to ballet.