Firebird

Copeland, M., & Myers, C. (2014). Firebird: Ballerina Misty Copeland shows a young girl how to dance like the firebird. New York, NY: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers. For Ages:  6-8

Personal Response: Prima Ballerina, Misty Copeland writes a dynamic children's book about what it takes to make it a ballerina. All of her hard work and efforts that she puts in as being a ballerina is now known to aspiring ballerinas all over the world. Her story of perseverance is not only inspires young dancers, but could inspire any young child looking to achieve some type of goal. The illustrator uses vibrant and detailed paintings to help bring her story to life. 

Literary Response: Misty Copeland's character is successful at let her story be known. She was not  "supposed" to be successful in her passion because she did not "fit" 

the profile of the typical ballerina. But against all odds, Misty surpassed all expectations and biases that threatened to hold her back from living her dream.