Ellie's Chance to Dance

Ellie's Chance to Dance #1 introduces ten-year-old Ellie Brown, an American girl who has recently moved to Oxford, England. Ballet is her passion, and she's thrilled by the chance to audition for London's prestigious Royal Ballet School. However, this incredible opportunity comes with a difficult dilemma: her mother has multiple sclerosis, and Ellie worries about leaving her behind with no one to care for her if she moves to London. The book sensitively explores the emotional weight of Ellie's decision, balancing her personal aspirations with her deep love and sense of responsibility towards her family. It's a story about growing up, making sacrifices, and the complex choices children sometimes face.

After moving from Chicago to Oxford, England, ten-year-old Ellie worries about making new friends at school and caring for her mother who has multiple sclerosis, while also preparing to audition for the resident dancers training program at London's Royal Ballet School.