Alicia Alonso Takes the Stage
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls
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نقد و بررسی
July 13, 2020
Cheerful persistence and chatty relatability recur in this fictionalized biography of Cuban prima ballerina Alicia Alonso (1920–2019). When Alonso leaves Cuba for New York City, she gives herself a pep talk: “I can do this, she told herself. I can make my own way.” Short, conversational chapters punctuated by on-trend digital illustrations sketch Alonso’s dance-obsessed childhood; marriage, move to the U.S., and motherhood; and relentless work ethic. When Alonso’s eyesight deteriorates, she persists: Visually impaired, she builds a successful career—starring in Giselle and later launching what would become the Ballet Nacional de Cuba. An afterword provides additional context on events in Alonso’s life, including the Cuban Revolution. Includes ballet-inspired movement activities on claiming space. Ages 7–10.
August 1, 2020
Gr 1-3-Ballerinas and readers interested in dance will be enthralled by this series addition. Known for their inspiring historical fiction, this "Rebel Girls" installment tells the coming-of-age story of world-renowned ballerina Alicia Alonso, and her challenges and accomplishments as a dancer. Alicia's love of dancing began as a small child performing for her family each evening. This passion for dance blossomed into a dream that Alicia longed to fulfill. Growing up in Cuba and living in Spain for a short period of time, Alicia learned Cuban and Spanish dances. But her true love was ballet, for which she moved to the United States. The story chronicles Alicia's struggles as a dancer, including a physical eye impairment that made her start losing her sight. This chapter book is brimming with colorful illustrations that will help readers imagine the events in Alicia's life unfolding. The back of the book contains extension activities related to dance and movement. VERDICT With this powerful, hope-filled story of overcoming one's obstacles, readers will close this book and feel inspired to leave a legacy of their own.-Megan Honeycutt, Univ. of West Georgia, Carrollton
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