Rudolf Nureyev

By Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Eleonora Arosio (Illustrator)

Part of the Little People, BIG DREAMS series

A young dancer defies odds to become a ballet legend.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Rudolf Nureyev, a child with a passion for dance, faces a late start at ballet school at 17. Against the odds, he transforms into a dazzling performer and renowned choreographer. Can his determination and talent overcome the challenges of the dance world? Discover his inspiring journey in this beautifully illustrated tale from the Little People, BIG DREAMS series, perfect for young dreamers.

From the publisher

This board book version of Rudolf Nureyev—from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series—introduces the youngest dreamers to the incredible life of one of the greatest male ballet dancers of all time.

Rudolf fell in love with dance as a child. But he was not allowed to go to ballet school until he was 17. There, he had to make up for lost time and hone his skills to compete with the other dancers. As a professional, he dazzled audiences with sensational performances and star power. He went on to become a world-renowned choreographer and master of perfection in dance. Babies and toddlers will love to snuggle as you read to them the engaging story of this fascinating dancer and will also enjoy exploring the stylish and quirky illustrations of this sturdy board book on their own.

Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.

This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.

Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

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