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Michaela DePrince was born in Sierra Leone and grew up in the United States. She rose to fame as a ballet dancer in the late 2000s. Learn more about DePrince's life as a famous ballerina!

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9781496688224

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"In this biography from the Movers, Shakers & History Makers series, the inspiring life of Michaela DePrince is recounted, beginning with Michaela's traumatic experiences as a young child in warravaged Sierra Leone, which left her an orphan at age three. It was at the orphanage that she discovered a dance magazine, sparking her dream of becoming a ballerina. Michaela had to contend with the negative impacts of having vitiligo (an obstacle in getting adopted) and the racism attached to being a Black dancer in the very white world of ballet. The text does an admirable job of drawing attention to these challenges without losing sight of Michaela's refusal to let such things stop her. Fact boxes impart additional historical context and ballet insights to help readers better understand the significance of Michaela's achievements. An overview of her life and training in the U.S. and professional career with the Dutch National Ballet is accompanied by well-chosen stock photos of Michaela, and a time line of ""Trailblazing Black Ballerinas"" adds further value. Point(e) your Misty Copeland fans this way.--Julia Smith ""Booklist"""

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Carrie Myers lives in New York City with her husband, three children, a bunny, and a bamboo plant.

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