From pointe shoes and tutus, from pirouettes to pliés, many starry-eyed children dream of spinning across the ballet stage. For those little dreamers, here are ten ballet-themed books that touch upon the highs and lows of this performance art. Which ballet books send your reader into a twirling delight?

Swan: The Life and Dance of Anna Pavlova
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Swan: The Life and Dance of Anna Pavlova
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ISBN-13: | 9781452118901 |
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Publisher: | Chronicle Books LLC |
Publication date: | 08/18/2015 |
Pages: | 52 |
Sales rank: | 452,591 |
Product dimensions: | 9.20(w) x 12.20(h) x 0.40(d) |
Lexile: | AD500L (what's this?) |
Age Range: | 6 - 9 Years |
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