Maddie Ziegler

A parent might reach for this book when their child is developing a passion but is getting discouraged by the hard work involved. This biography tells the inspiring story of dancer Maddie Ziegler, from her early days in a small studio to her time on the TV show "Dance Moms" and her breakout fame as the star of Sia's music videos. The book highlights the emotional themes of perseverance, dedication, and building self-confidence through practice and hard work. Appropriate for young readers aged 7 to 10, the accessible text and engaging photos make it a great choice for children who are inspired by real-life stories. It provides a positive and relatable role model, showing that success doesn't happen overnight but is the result of passion and grit. It's a wonderful way to ground a child's interest in fame with a story about the effort required to achieve a dream.