My First Ballet Recital

Name: My First Ballet Recital
ISBN: 9781465405500

by Amy Junor

DK Readers Level 3 Series Series

For a child eager to learn about or prepare for their first dance performance, this book beautifully captures the excitement and preparation involved. It fosters courage and joy.

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About This Book

A parent should reach for this book when their child is facing their first big performance, like a recital or school play, and is feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. The story follows a young dancer named Lily through every step of her first ballet recital, from the final rehearsals and costume fittings to the moment she steps onto the stage. It gently explores themes of performance anxiety, the courage it takes to face a fear, and the ultimate joy of accomplishment. This book is perfect for newly independent readers, validating their worries and modeling a positive, brave response to a new challenge.

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What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Depicts a child's mild stage fright and performance anxiety, which is resolved positively.

Sensitive Topics

The primary challenge is performance anxiety (stage fright). This is handled directly and gently. Lily's feelings are acknowledged as normal and manageable. The resolution is entirely hopeful, showing that facing the fear leads to a great reward of pride and joy.