Introduces the history and basic concepts of ballet. Easy-to-read text, vibrant photos, and dance tips will make readers want to get up and dance.

Through the lens of the author's personal experience and playful voice, she digs into themes such as finding your passion, keeping strong in the face of adversity, appreciating your individualism, the importance of being loyal, and never giving up.

First published in the "First Folio" in 1623 and likely written in the 1590s, "King John" is one of William Shakespeare's best historical plays. It centers on the events of King John's reign of England during the late twelfth and early thirteenth centuries. King John, son of Henry I of England and Eleanor of Aquitaine, inherits the throne after the death of his older brother, King Richard I. John's claim to the throne is challenged by the King of...

"Like many others on the autism spectrum, 20-something stand-up comic Michael McCreary has been told by more than a few well-meaning folks that he doesn't "look" autistic. But, as he's quick to point out in this memoir, autism "looks" different for just about everyone with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Diagnosed with ASD at age five, McCreary got hit with the performance bug not much later. During a difficult time in junior high, he started journaling,...

While most birds dream of being seed gatherers or nest builders, Sydney Sparrow has a dream that is a little bit out of the ordinary. She wants to be a great conductor with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra! But when the other birds start questioning her dream, Sydney wonders if she has set her sights too high. With a little courage and determination, and a whole lot of practice, can Sydney Sparrow turn her dream into a reality?

New York Times—Bestselling Authors: Diehard fans share opinions and debate questions about the beloved series from the funny to the philosophical. • Should we pity Voldemort or hate him? • Is Severus Snape really a hero? • Should J.K. Rowling have left Dumbledore's sexual orientation a secret? • Did Harry actually die in Deathly Hallows? • Were the Slytherins too demonized, the Hufflepuffs too lame, and the Gryffindors too glorified? •...

In this expanded version of the traditional nursery rhyme, Miss Muffet has more than just one fright as the reader discovers directional and positional phrases.

In this companion to the Caldecott Honor- and Coretta Scott King Award-winning Trombone Shorty, join a young musician on a tour of his cherished hometown. After letting his band down by missing rehearsal, a boy called Shorty has some serious questions about what it means to be a leader. He hits the streets of New Orleans to find some answers and to soak up some inspiration. Along the way, he'll meet some people who have their own special wisdom to...

"Provides readers with detailed and safe instructions for performing basic cheerleading positions, jumps, and tumbling"-- Provided by publisher.

A storm strikes a ship carrying Alonso, Ferdinand, Sebastian, Antonio, Gonzalo, Stephano, and Trinculo, who are on their way to Italy after coming from the wedding of Alonso's daughter, Claribel, to the prince of Tunis in Africa. The royal party and the other mariners, with the exception of the unflappable Boatswain, begin to fear for their lives. Lightning cracks, and the mariners cry that the ship has been hit. Everyone prepares to sink.