{"title":"Alexandria LaFaye","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of Alexandria LaFaye, an acclaimed author known for her engaging and inspirational stories for young readers. With a knack for weaving history, culture, and empowerment into her narratives, Alexandria LaFaye creates books that not only entertain but also educate and inspire children, opening windows to diverse experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works is \u003cem\u003eReady to Fly: How Sylvia Townsend Became the Bookmobile Ballerina\u003c\/em\u003e, a beautifully crafted picture book that tells the real-life story of Sylvia Townsend. In this heartening tale, young readers will explore the journey of a girl who follows her dream of becoming a ballerina against all odds, showcasing themes of perseverance, cultural heritage, and the love of reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlexandria LaFaye's works are a treasure trove for those looking to introduce children to rich and meaningful stories with vibrant characters and captivating plots. Dive into this collection and discover the magic of Alexandria LaFaye's storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ready-to-fly-how-sylvia-townsend-became-the-bookmobile-ballerina-by-alexandria-lafaye-9780062888792","title":"Ready to Fly: How Sylvia Townsend Became the Bookmobile Ballerina","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLyrical, inspiring, and affecting text paired with bright, appealing illustrations make \u003cem\u003eReady to Fly\u003c\/em\u003e perfect for aspiring ballerinas everywhere who are ready to leap and to spread their wings!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReady to Fly\u003c\/em\u003e is the true story of Sylvia Townsend, an African American girl who falls in love with ballet after seeing \u003cem\u003eSwan Lake\u003c\/em\u003e on TV. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share at home or in the classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough there aren’t many ballet schools that will accept a girl like Sylvia in the 1950s, her local bookmobile provides another possibility. A librarian helps Sylvia find a book about ballet and the determined seven-year-old, with the help of her new books, starts teaching herself the basics of classical ballet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoon Sylvia learns how to fly—how to dance—and how to dare to dream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes a foreword from Sylvia Townsend, a brief history of the bookmobile, an author’s note, and a further reading list.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46551172907244,"sku":"9780062888792","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10092023482210.jpg?v=1749992667"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alexandria-lafaye.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}