SMASHWORKS DANCE & REBEL GIRLS PRODUCTIONS PRESENT
ALICIA ALONSO TAKES THE STAGE
We collaborated with Rebel Girls on a series of empowering activities for their next chapter book, Alicia Alonso Takes the Stage!
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BOOK DESCRIPTION
Alicia Alonso was born to dance. Her first big role came when she was only ten years old, and she knew right then that she was going to be a ballerina one day. Only a few years later, she moved from Cuba to the United States to fulfill her dreams. As she danced, however, Alicia began to have trouble seeing. She was quickly going blind. How could a ballerina dance on stage if she couldn’t see where she was going? Alicia worried. But she wouldn’t let it stop her. With lots of practice, great dance partners, and a few on-stage tricks, Alicia found a way to keep doing what she loved: dancing all over the globe and as one of the world’s most beloved prima ballerinas.
ABOUT THE SERIES
The Rebel Girls Chapter Book series reveals third person accounts of the life and times of the incredible women who had persevered to accomplish incredible achievements in science, art, sports, business, politics, and more. These books are for children ages 6-9 who have just begun reading on their own for the first time. The writing tackles serious subject matter in an imaginative way that will encourage conversations with trusted adults. They include full-color illustrations and activities related to each woman’s strengths.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Rebel Girls is an award-winning media company founded in 2012. Through a combination of thought-provoking content, stellar design, and business innovation, Rebel Girls is redefining the boundaries of indie publishing to inspire a global community of progressive families spanning seventy countries. Rebel Girls is home to a diverse and passionate group of rebels who work together in Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Merida (Mexico), London, and Milan.
ARTS IN ACTION
The arts are a key component of STEAM education, supplementing traditional STEM curricula with the skills kids need to become truly well-rounded. Arts education has been proven to teach creativity, collaboration, cultural awareness, critical thinking, and to inspire confidence in students. Alicia Alonso’s story shows how dedication to the arts as a performer can lead to success in the business of the arts as well.
