Degas and the little dancer
a story about Edgar Degas
by Laurence Anholt
Anholt's Artists
Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 5-8
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Marie works hard to support her family by posing for a grumpy artist, leading her on an unexpected journey toward ballet stardom. Her story shows how dreams can take surprising turns and the courage it takes to shine in a new light. Young readers will be inspired by Marie's determination and the magic of dance.
Representation & Themes
FamilyComing of AgeArtDanceDetermination
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0812065832
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Barrons Juveniles
- Published
- 1996
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 1,124
Genres
Juvenile Nonfiction
Subjects
Degas, Edgar, 1834-1917 -- Fiction.Ballet dancing -- Fiction.FictionBallet dancingJuvenile fictionArt
People
Edgar Degas (1834-1917)