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Firebird by Misty Copeland (2014, Picture Book)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Young Readers Group
ISBN-100399166157
ISBN-139780399166150
eBay Product ID (ePID)201606337
Product Key Features
Book TitleFirebird
Number of Pages40 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2014
TopicPerforming Arts / Dance, People & Places / United States / African American, Social Themes / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance, General, Biographical / General
IllustratorYes, Myers, Christopher
GenreJuvenile Fiction
AuthorMisty Copeland
FormatPicture Book
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight16.3 Oz
Item Length11.3 in
Item Width10.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN2014-008878
Dewey Edition23
ReviewsPraise for FIREBIRD: Amazon Best Book of the Month, September 2014 "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy… Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy… A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Ballet dancer Misty Copeland makes her children's book debut with this inspiring love letter to young people, containing breathtaking illustrations of airborne dancers by Caldecott Honor artist Christopher Myers… Brava!"- Shelf Awareness, starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."- Booklist "A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book… which feature[s] full spreads bursting with color and excitement… A very successful collaboration." - School Library Journal "[A] soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland… Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers." - BookPage "Scenes of an older dancer guiding a young student… reinforce the feeling that Copeland is speaking directly to readers… Myers paints portrait after portrait of Copeland dancing, placing the images against collages of colored paper whose curves, sunbursts, and radiating rays echo the rhythms of the dancers' movements… a strong impact."- Publishers Weekly "Firebird celebrates optimism-the mentality that you will succeed if you set your mind to it. And we think that's a pretty darn awesome message."- Dance Spirit "World-renowned ballerina Copeland shows that the power and grace she displays on the stage translates to the page as well, paired with Myers' strong illustrations."- HuffPost Books "American Ballet Theatre soloist Copeland is just as graceful with words as she is with her body… Myers's stunning collages layer strips of thickly painted paper to echo the wings of a firebird (Copeland's signature role), whether they are illustrating the stage curtains or a cloudy sky… This book encourages today's aspiring dancers of all colors and backgrounds."- The Horn Book, Praise for FIREBIRD: Winner of the 2015 Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Received the 2015 Ezra Jack Keats Book Award New Writer Honor An NPR Best Book of 2014 An Amazon Best Book of 2014 - Ages 6-8 An Amazon Best Book of the Month, September 2014 Essence Magazine Best Children's Book of 2014 "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy... Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy... A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."-- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Ballet dancer Misty Copeland makes her children's book debut with this inspiring love letter to young people, containing breathtaking illustrations of airborne dancers by Caldecott Honor artist Christopher Myers... Brava!"-- Shelf Awareness, starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."-- Booklist "A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book... which feature[s] full spreads bursting with color and excitement... A very successful collaboration." -- School Library Journal "[A] soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland... Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers." -- BookPage "Scenes of an older dancer guiding a young student... reinforce the feeling that Copeland is speaking directly to readers... Myers paints portrait after portrait of Copeland dancing, placing the images against collages of colored paper whose curves, sunbursts, and radiating rays echo the rhythms of the dancers' movements... a strong impact."-- Publishers Weekly "Firebird celebrates optimism--the mentality that you will succeed if you set your mind to it. And we think that's a pretty darn awesome message."-- Dance Spirit "World-renowned ballerina Copeland shows that the power and grace she displays on the stage translates to the page as well, paired with Myers' strong illustrations."-- HuffPost Books "American Ballet Theatre soloist Copeland is just as graceful with words as she is with her body... Myers's stunning collages layer strips of thickly painted paper to echo the wings of a firebird (Copeland's signature role), whether they are illustrating the stage curtains or a cloudy sky... This book encourages today's aspiring dancers of all colors and backgrounds."-- The Horn Book "Misty Copeland's first children's book is destined to become a staple in classrooms and libraries... Copeland's empowering words are matched by award-winning illustrator Christopher Myer's dazzling red and gold hues."-- Essence Magazine "Vivid and emotional. Copeland's writing and Myers' art draw you into a beautiful world, rich with color, texture and drama. For all budding young artists who maybe don't have role models they can relate to, this little book provides some inspiration." -- NPR Staff Picks, For Art Lovers, Kids' Books, Praise for FIREBIRD: Winner of the 2015 Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Winner of the 2015 Ezra Jack Keats Honor Award for Writing An NPR Best Book of 2014 An Amazon Best Book of 2014 - Ages 6-8 An Amazon Best Book of the Month, September 2014 Essence Magazine Best Children's Book of 2014 "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy... Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy... A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."-- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Ballet dancer Misty Copeland makes her children's book debut with this inspiring love letter to young people, containing breathtaking illustrations of airborne dancers by Caldecott Honor artist Christopher Myers... Brava!"-- Shelf Awareness, starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."-- Booklist "A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book... which feature[s] full spreads bursting with color and excitement... A very successful collaboration." -- School Library Journal "[A] soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland... Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers." -- BookPage "Scenes of an older dancer guiding a young student... reinforce the feeling that Copeland is speaking directly to readers... Myers paints portrait after portrait of Copeland dancing, placing the images against collages of colored paper whose curves, sunbursts, and radiating rays echo the rhythms of the dancers' movements... a strong impact."-- Publishers Weekly "Firebird celebrates optimism--the mentality that you will succeed if you set your mind to it. And we think that's a pretty darn awesome message."-- Dance Spirit "World-renowned ballerina Copeland shows that the power and grace she displays on the stage translates to the page as well, paired with Myers' strong illustrations."-- HuffPost Books "American Ballet Theatre soloist Copeland is just as graceful with words as she is with her body... Myers's stunning collages layer strips of thickly painted paper to echo the wings of a firebird (Copeland's signature role), whether they are illustrating the stage curtains or a cloudy sky... This book encourages today's aspiring dancers of all colors and backgrounds."-- The Horn Book "Misty Copeland's first children's book is destined to become a staple in classrooms and libraries... Copeland's empowering words are matched by award-winning illustrator Christopher Myer's dazzling red and gold hues."-- Essence Magazine "Vivid and emotional. Copeland's writing and Myers' art draw you into a beautiful world, rich with color, texture and drama. For all budding young artists who maybe don't have role models they can relate to, this little book provides some inspiration." -- NPR Staff Picks, For Art Lovers, Kids' Books, Praise for FIREBIRD: Essence Magazine Best Children's Book of 2014 An Amazon Best Book of the Month, September 2014 An Amazon Best Book of 2014 - Ages 6-8 "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy… Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy… A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Ballet dancer Misty Copeland makes her children's book debut with this inspiring love letter to young people, containing breathtaking illustrations of airborne dancers by Caldecott Honor artist Christopher Myers… Brava!"- Shelf Awareness, starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."- Booklist "A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book… which feature[s] full spreads bursting with color and excitement… A very successful collaboration." - School Library Journal "[A] soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland… Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers." - BookPage "Scenes of an older dancer guiding a young student… reinforce the feeling that Copeland is speaking directly to readers… Myers paints portrait after portrait of Copeland dancing, placing the images against collages of colored paper whose curves, sunbursts, and radiating rays echo the rhythms of the dancers' movements… a strong impact."- Publishers Weekly "Firebird celebrates optimism-the mentality that you will succeed if you set your mind to it. And we think that's a pretty darn awesome message."- Dance Spirit "World-renowned ballerina Copeland shows that the power and grace she displays on the stage translates to the page as well, paired with Myers' strong illustrations."- HuffPost Books "American Ballet Theatre soloist Copeland is just as graceful with words as she is with her body… Myers's stunning collages layer strips of thickly painted paper to echo the wings of a firebird (Copeland's signature role), whether they are illustrating the stage curtains or a cloudy sky… This book encourages today's aspiring dancers of all colors and backgrounds."- The Horn Book "Misty Copeland's first children's book is destined to become a staple in classrooms and libraries… Copeland's empowering words are matched by award-winning illustrator Christopher Myer's dazzling red and gold hues."- Essence Magazine, Praise for FIREBIRD: "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy… Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy… A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."- Booklist "A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book… which feature[s] full spreads bursting with color and excitement… A very successful collaboration." - School Library Journal "[A] soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland… Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers." - BookPage "Scenes of an older dancer guiding a young student… reinforce the feeling that Copeland is speaking directly to readers… Myers paints portrait after portrait of Copeland dancing, placing the images against collages of colored paper whose curves, sunbursts, and radiating rays echo the rhythms of the dancers' movements… a strong impact."- Publishers Weekly, Praise for FIREBIRD: "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy… Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy… A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Ballet dancer Misty Copeland makes her children's book debut with this inspiring love letter to young people, containing breathtaking illustrations of airborne dancers by Caldecott Honor artist Christopher Myers… Brava!"- Shelf Awareness, starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."- Booklist "A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book… which feature[s] full spreads bursting with color and excitement… A very successful collaboration." - School Library Journal "[A] soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland… Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers." - BookPage "Scenes of an older dancer guiding a young student… reinforce the feeling that Copeland is speaking directly to readers… Myers paints portrait after portrait of Copeland dancing, placing the images against collages of colored paper whose curves, sunbursts, and radiating rays echo the rhythms of the dancers' movements… a strong impact."- Publishers Weekly "Firebird celebrates optimism-the mentality that you will succeed if you set your mind to it. And we think that's a pretty darn awesome message."- Dance Spirit "World-renowned ballerina Copeland shows that the power and grace she displays on the stage translates to the page as well, paired with Myers' strong illustrations."- HuffPost Books, Praise for FIREBIRD: "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy… Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy… A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."- Booklist, Praise for FIREBIRD: "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy… Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy… A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."- Booklist "A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book… which feature[s] full spreads bursting with color and excitement… A very successful collaboration." - School Library Journal "[A] soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland… Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers." - BookPage, Praise for FIREBIRD: "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy… Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy… A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."- Booklist "A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book… which feature[s] full spreads bursting with color and excitement… A very successful collaboration." - School Library Journal, Praise for FIREBIRD: Amazon Best Book of the Month, September 2014 "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy… Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy… A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Ballet dancer Misty Copeland makes her children's book debut with this inspiring love letter to young people, containing breathtaking illustrations of airborne dancers by Caldecott Honor artist Christopher Myers… Brava!"- Shelf Awareness, starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."- Booklist "A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book… which feature[s] full spreads bursting with color and excitement… A very successful collaboration." - School Library Journal "[A] soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland… Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers." - BookPage "Scenes of an older dancer guiding a young student… reinforce the feeling that Copeland is speaking directly to readers… Myers paints portrait after portrait of Copeland dancing, placing the images against collages of colored paper whose curves, sunbursts, and radiating rays echo the rhythms of the dancers' movements… a strong impact."- Publishers Weekly "Firebird celebrates optimism-the mentality that you will succeed if you set your mind to it. And we think that's a pretty darn awesome message."- Dance Spirit "World-renowned ballerina Copeland shows that the power and grace she displays on the stage translates to the page as well, paired with Myers' strong illustrations."- HuffPost Books, "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy… Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy… A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance." Kirkus Reviews , starred review, Praise for FIREBIRD: An NPR Best Book of 2014 An Amazon Best Book of the Month, September 2014 An Amazon Best Book of 2014 - Ages 6-8 Essence Magazine Best Children's Book of 2014 "The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy… Myers' artwork... pulsate[s] with kinetic synergy… A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance."- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Ballet dancer Misty Copeland makes her children's book debut with this inspiring love letter to young people, containing breathtaking illustrations of airborne dancers by Caldecott Honor artist Christopher Myers… Brava!"- Shelf Awareness, starred review "An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality."- Booklist "A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book… which feature[s] full spreads bursting with color and excitement… A very successful collaboration." - School Library Journal "[A] soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland… Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers." - BookPage "Scenes of an older dancer guiding a young student… reinforce the feeling that Copeland is speaking directly to readers… Myers paints portrait after portrait of Copeland dancing, placing the images against collages of colored paper whose curves, sunbursts, and radiating rays echo the rhythms of the dancers' movements… a strong impact."- Publishers Weekly "Firebird celebrates optimism-the mentality that you will succeed if you set your mind to it. And we think that's a pretty darn awesome message."- Dance Spirit "World-renowned ballerina Copeland shows that the power and grace she displays on the stage translates to the page as well, paired with Myers' strong illustrations."- HuffPost Books "American Ballet Theatre soloist Copeland is just as graceful with words as she is with her body… Myers's stunning collages layer strips of thickly painted paper to echo the wings of a firebird (Copeland's signature role), whether they are illustrating the stage curtains or a cloudy sky… This book encourages today's aspiring dancers of all colors and backgrounds."- The Horn Book "Misty Copeland's first children's book is destined to become a staple in classrooms and libraries… Copeland's empowering words are matched by award-winning illustrator Christopher Myer's dazzling red and gold hues."- Essence Magazine "Vivid and emotional. Copeland's writing and Myers' art draw you into a beautiful world, rich with color, texture and drama. For all budding young artists who maybe don't have role models they can relate to, this little book provides some inspiration." - NPR Staff Picks, For Art Lovers, Kids' Books
Grade FromKindergarten
Grade ToThird Grade
Dewey Decimal[E]
SynopsisIn her debut picture book, Misty Copeland tells the story of a young girl--an every girl--whose confidence is fragile and who is questioning her own ability to reach the heights that Misty has reached. Misty encourages this young girl's faith in herself and shows her exactly how, through hard work and dedication, she too can become Firebird. Lyrical and affecting text paired with bold, striking illustrations that are some of Caldecott Honoree Christopher Myers's best work, makes Firebird perfect for aspiring ballerinas everywhere.
LC Classification NumberPZ7.C7887Fir 2014
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