This book encourages today's aspiring dancers of all colors and backgrounds.'-'The Horn Book ' Myers's stunning collages layer strips of thickly painted paper to echo the wings of a firebird (Copeland's signature role), whether they are illustrating the stage curtains or a cloudy sky. 'American Ballet Theatre soloist Copeland is just as graceful with words as she is with her body. 'World-renowned ballerina Copeland shows that the power and grace she displays on the stage translates to the page as well, paired with Myers' strong illustrations.'-'HuffPost Books' And we think that's a pretty darn awesome message.'-'Dance Spirit'

''Firebird 'celebrates optimism-the mentality that you will succeed if you set your mind to it. Myers paints portrait after portrait of Copeland dancing, placing the images against collages of colored paper whose curves, sunbursts, and radiating rays echo the rhythms of the dancers' movements. reinforce the feeling that Copeland is speaking directly to readers. 'Scenes of an older dancer guiding a young student. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers.' -'BookPage' Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. ' soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland. A very successful collaboration.' -'School Library Journal' which feature full spreads bursting with color and excitement. 'A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book. 'An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality.'-'Booklist'

Brava!'-'Shelf Awareness, ' starred review 'Ballet dancer Misty Copeland makes her children's book debut with this inspiring love letter to young people, containing breathtaking illustrations of airborne dancers by Caldecott Honor artist Christopher Myers. A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance.'-'Kirkus Reviews,' starred review 'The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy. 'Essence Magazine 'Best Children's Book of 2014 An Amazon Best Book of the Month, September 2014

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