Miss Tutu’s Star Written by Leslèa Newman Illustrated by Carey F. Armstrong-Ellis Selena is a little girl “who does not walk so much as twirl.” When her mother takes her to Miss Tutu’s school of ballet, Selena has a bit of trouble with some of the steps, but still she practices and practices to get them right. Finally the time comes for Selena to make her debut. But she is terrified. Will her fear stop her from becoming Miss Tutu’s star? Plus, the cover has glitter! From the critics “...Selena is a slightly chubby and not-inherently graceful girl with plenty of bounce and a determination to succeed. The...class of ordinary girls and boys should inspire youngsters who like to dance but are not natural swans. Armstrong-Ellis's gouache and colored-pencil illustrations add comic touches.... The protagonist is a likable character with lots of heart. Many children will recognize themselves in this agreeable offering.” - School Library Journal “Young Selena may not have the ease, the grace, or the beauty of a prima ballerina, but she brings enormous enthusiasm to her beginners’ ballet class. When she feels discouraged, dance teacher Miss Tutu always comforts her with encouraging words...The text flows smoothly in rhymed couplets, documenting Selena’s relevés and demi-pliés along with her emotional ups and downs. Meanwhile, the energetic illustrations...recreate the bustle of ballet class, the quiet practices at home, and the onstage chaos when a cat-and-mouse chase interrupts the recital performance. One glance at the book jacket, which features Selena grinning and bowing in her sparkly tutu, will tell children if this engaging picture book is right for them..” - Booklist *Buy this book! If you would like a signed book plate for your copy, send me a SASE and I will be happy to send you one. Email me for my address! http://www.amazon.com/Miss-Tutus-Star-Leslea-Newman/dp/0810983966/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1345317012&sr=8-1&keywords=miss+tutus+starmailto:carey@slugworksrocks.com?subject=Bookplate,%20please!shapeimage_4_link_0shapeimage_4_link_1

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