Katarina Ballerina
Katarina Ballerina by Tiler Peck is an illustrated book published by Simon and Schuster on May 5, 2020. This 192-page story follows ten-year-old Katarina, a girl from New York City who dreams of becoming a prima ballerina. As she navigates the challenges of ballet, including her initial struggles with dance and the dynamics of her classmates, Katarina is determined to pursue her passion despite the obstacles she faces.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of friendship and new experiences within the performing arts. As Katarina puts on her first pair of ballet shoes, she encounters both excitement and difficulty, especially when a competition for a spot in an international dance camp is announced. This story captures her journey as she seeks to stand out in a world where blending in seems to be the norm, making it a relatable tale for young readers interested in dance and personal growth.
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A young girl lives out her big ballerina dreams in this graceful start to a new series from New York City Ballet principal dancer and international prima ballerina Tiler Peck and Broadway and television actor Kyle Harris.
Ten-year-old Katarina is a New York City girl through and through, but the buzz of the city drives her to feel that she is meant for more than her ordinary day to day routine. Her big dream? To become a prima ballerina.
With the help of a few new friends, Katarina finally puts on her first pair of ballet shoes and she’s more than determined to make it work. But her feet don’t quite move the way she would like them to, the twirls and spins make her dizzy, and her classmates aren’t exactly welcoming. When the head of the dance studio announces that there will be a competition to earn a spot in an upcoming international dance camp, Katarina knows this could be her big chance to make her dancer dreams come true. Does this tiny dancer have what it takes to stand out in the ballet world of blending in?
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