Alvin Ailey
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1993 · Est. 19 min read

Alvin Ailey

Written by Andrea Pinkney · Illustrated by Brian Pinkney

Part of the Great Black Performers series

Discover the journey of a dancer who transformed modern dance forever.

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32 pages· 1,679 words· Est. 19 min read· AD880L
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From a small town in Texas to the world stage, Alvin Ailey's passion for dance led him to create the iconic Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Follow his inspiring journey as he overcomes challenges, learns from the best, and leaves a lasting legacy in the world of modern dance. What drove this visionary to redefine an art form and inspire generations? Dive into the life of a man whose rhythm and spirit changed the dance world forever.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,679
Reading age
6–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD880L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.7
F&P level
~U
Publication
Published
September 5, 1995
First published
September 1, 1993
Publisher
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780786810772
LCCN
92054865
OCLC
33220009

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