Ballerina Dreams by Michaela and Elaine DePrince J782.8 DeP / First Position DVD Fir

Here's a winning combination for any would-be dancer, but any child who wants to excel at anything could learn a lesson from this book and its related documentary.
In Ballerina Dreams, Michaela and her mother tell the story of Michaela's life from an orphanage in Sierra Leone to a career as a ballerina.
First Position, an award-winning documentary, follows Michaela and five other dancers as they train and compete to be considered good enough to be professional dancers.
Read, then watch; or watch, then read. Be inspired by young people who work hard to make their dreams come true.