Brianna Bright, Ballerina Knight

by Pam Calvert, Liana Hee (Illustrator)

Overview

When Princess Brianna Bright’s dreams of becoming a ballerina seem doomed, she knows it’s time to find out exactly what it is she’s destined to do. Discovering her true talent won’t be easy—but Brianna won’t give up, especially not with her trusty dog, Pixie, at her side!

Together Brianna and Pixie try all kinds of activities. Along the way, Brianna finds herself drawn to something she never expected. And when the palace is in peril, it’s up to her to save the day…using her new talents! Readers will cheer for the plucky Brianna Bright as she embarks on her quest to find her true heart’s desire.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781503951013
Publisher:	Amazon Publishing
Publication date:	06/05/2018
Pages:	40
Product dimensions:	8.70(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	4 - 7 Years

About the Author

Pam Calvert is an award-winning author of picture books and easy readers. She is best known for her picture books about Princess Peepers, a princess who wears glasses. Formerly a science teacher as well as a writing instructor and coach, she speaks to thousands of children every year. When she’s not speaking or writing, you can find her having fun with her family in Texas. Learn more about her online at www.pamcalvert.com.

Editorial Reviews

Hee’s brightly colored digital illustrations feature a pale-skinned, beribboned Brianna with a perfectly coifed black ponytail and big black eyes. Descriptive words and verbs are emphasized in differently colored type, usually pink.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Hee’s soft, colorful illustrations have a sunny Disney vibe, and the general tone makes it appropriate for story time—this is not strictly a princess book! Calvert introduces plenty of ballet and fencing terminology along the way and even includes a glossary.” —Booklist

From the Publisher

2018-03-27
A stylish princess works hard to distinguish herself and find her true calling.Tutu-clad princess Brianna loves ballet but just cannot master the steps—steps she tries to execute on the palace grounds and not in a studio with a teacher. After a conversation with Pixie, her pink, salon-groomed poodle, she decides to try other pursuits, but "finding a talent" is not an easy goal to meet. Neither cooking nor soccer is hers to master. Then she discovers fencing, and discarding her tutu for a one-piece ensemble adorned with ribbons, she practices. Alas, this does not lead to mastery for clumsy Brianna, who runs through the drills of swordplay—once again by herself, without an instructor. Then, one night, thieves make off with the palace's sparkling jewels, and Brianna is successful in foiling them by combining the steps, moves, and balances of ballet and fencing. Thus one princess discovers her two talents and earns her titular title. Hee's brightly colored digital illustrations feature a pale-skinned, beribboned Brianna with a perfectly coifed black ponytail and big black eyes. Descriptive words and verbs are emphasized in differently colored type, usually pink. For those who prefer their princesses brave and perfectly pretty. (brief glossary of ballet and fencing terms) (Picture book. 3-6)

Kirkus Reviews