About This Book
"A Girl Named Faithful Plum" is a compelling true story that chronicles the life of a young girl from rural China who harbored a deep passion for dance. It details her challenging yet inspiring path to being admitted into the renowned Beijing Dance Academy and her subsequent rise to fame as one of China's most celebrated dancers. This chapter book, suitable for ages 4-11, beautifully illustrates themes of hard work, resilience, and the pursuit of one's dreams. Parents will appreciate its strong message about dedication and cultural exploration, offering a window into life and artistic training in China.
Narrates the story of how a young dancer from rural China was admitted to the prestigious Beijing Dance Academy and through hard work and perserverance went on to become one of the most famous dancers in China.
Discussion Prompts
1
What is a dream you have, and what steps can you take to achieve it?
2
How did Faithful Plum show perseverance and hard work? Can you think of a time you had to persevere?
3
What did you learn about China or about being a dancer from this book?
4
How do you think Faithful Plum felt when she left her home to go to the dance academy?
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