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Gr 4–7—In a hybrid biography/self-help book for kids, ballet star Copeland shares tidbits from her life with readers and encourages them to persevere in the face of adversity. The book is divided into five sections, each cleverly named for a ballet step that translates loosely into an element of self-reflection (e.g., "Relevé"—rise above challenges). Each chapter begins with a letter to readers, followed by sections covering a variety of topics ranging from hobbies to friendship, cyberbullying to body positivity. Interspersed among these se...Log In or Sign Up to Read More