Showing 1–5 of 5 titles
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Funny Bones: Posada and His Day of the Dead Calaveras
In this book about artist José Guadalupe Posada, Tonatiuh juxtaposes his own artwork with Posada's iconic Dia de Muertos illustrations and life, telling the story of a remarkable man and time in Mexican history. (Sibert Medal Book & Belpré Illustrator Honor Book) -
My Story, My Dance: Robert Battle's Journey to Alvin Ailey
Once Robert Battle's leg braces were off, nothing could keep him from flying. With determination and love of dance, he became the artistic director of the renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.- Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781481422215
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Rhythm Ride: A Road Trip through the Motown Sound
Take a ride with “the Groove” through Motown. Discover how Berry Gordy Jr. created musical hits and grew his company from a small business in Detroit to a huge studio in California.- Nonfiction, History, Arts
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Older
- ISBN: 9781596439733
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Swan: The Life and Dance of Anna Pavlova
Elegant illustrations and poetic text tell the story of Anna Pavlova, an accomplished ballerina who shared the beauty and joy of dance with the entire world.- Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781452118901
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Trombone Shorty
In this autobiography, Trombone Shorty reminisces about his early life in the jazz music scene of his beloved hometown of New Orleans.