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villianess's review against another edition
5.0
What a great way to help kids understand that you can change you mind about what you feel isn't worth doing and make it into something you love. It's like reading a book from a genre that you wouldn't have thought to try until someone else suggested you might like it.
thediaryofanauthorintraining's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
leewayarcher's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
mrlnx's review against another edition
4.0
So, we discussed this book in class and most people disliked it for having bad representation and a conservative view of child education/up-bringing because of how the mum treats the main character, and while I see some of the criticism I also think overall the representation of girls of colour isn't that bad and besides that I think this book is written in a very fun way, I had to laugh several times and I really liked the characters (aside from the mum, probably). The ending could use a more modern edit, maybe.
mekeisha's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
lizpatanders's review against another edition
3.0
A book about a group of diverse girls who take ballet classes in NYC. A good back to hand to young chapter book readers who love ballet.
bookishrealm's review
4.0
This was such a beautiful book and I really enjoyed it! The illustrations were beautiful and you're able to learn so many new terms associated with ballet. I like that the main character gets the chance to build self confidence and make new friends that come from so many different backgrounds. It's a wide range of diversity. It's definitely well written and I would recommend for those at a 3rd to 4th grade reading level. It's a great way to also introduce diversity to a younger age group.
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