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[2019]., Henry Holt and Company Call No: B Availability:2 of 2 At Location(s) Summary Note: A lyrical picture book biography of Janet Collins, the first African American principal dancer at the Metropolitan Opera House. Janet Collins wanted to be a ballerina in the 1930s and 40s, a time when racial segregation was widespread in the United States. Janet pursued dance with a passion, despite being rejected from discriminatory dance schools. When she was accepted into the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo as a teenager on the condition that she paint her skin white for performances, Janet refused. She continued to go after her dreams, never compromising her values along the way. From her early childhood lessons to the height of her success as the first African American prima ballerina in the Metropolitan Opera, Brave Ballerina is the story of a remarkable pioneer as told by Michelle Meadows, with fantastic illustrations from Ebony Glenn.
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2020., Henry Holt & Company Call No: 796.44092 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Simone Biles spent time in foster care as a young child. Nimble and boundlessly energetic, she cherished every playground and each new backyard. When she was six years old, Simone's family took shape in a different way: her grandparents, Ron and Nellie Biles, adopted her and her sister Adria. Simone was also introduced to gymnastics that same fateful year, launching a lifelong passion fueled by remarkable talent, sacrifice, and the undying support of her family.
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2020., Juvenile, Henry Holt and Company Call No: B Edition: First edition. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to view Series Title: Who did it first? book.Summary Note: Chronicles the life of Simone Biles, one of the most decorated gymnasts in history, and details her childhood, gymnastics training, and accomplishments. Includes color illustrations.
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2010, Juvenile, Scholastic Call No: E MEA Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Bears in Hibernation