To Dance: A Ballerina's Graphic Novel
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To Dance is a graphical memoir of Siena Cherson Siegel, a young girl growing up in Puerto Rico who eventually came to New York to study with the School of American Ballet. It captures the passion of the artist, as well as the discipline needed to succeed. To Dance won a 2007 Robert F. Sibert Book Award honor as one of the best informational books for young people.
Culture/Community: Puerto Rican
Heritage & History: Caribbean Heritage and History, Hispanic Heritage and History
Themes for Children: Social Studies and Biography, Art, Music, Dance, and Drama
Genre: Biography
Format: Graphic novel
Audiobook: No
Age Level: 9-12, Middle Grade