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One Perfect Pirouette

By Sherryl Clark
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One Perfect Pirouette by Sherryl Clark is a heartwarming children's book centred around a young girl's dream of becoming a ballerina. The protagonist grapples with the challenges of perfecting her dance technique while managing the ups and downs of family life. As she strives for excellence and balance, the story unfolds with warmth and inspiration, making it an engaging read for children.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by stories about pursuing dreams and overcoming obstacles. The narrative follows a young ballet dancer's journey filled with dedication and determination. It's perfect for those who love tales of perseverance and the passion for dance.

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When her parents move her family to Melbourne so Brynna can attend a top ballet school, it looks like her dream is about to become a reality. But why does she feel so awful about the move? Her brother Tam is angrier than she has ever seen him and her mother is working hard to keep the family afloat. Will every step towards success come at a price?

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Attending the National Ballet School is every aspiring dancer's dream. It's been Brynna's for as long as she can remember. When her parents move her family to Melbourne so Brynna can attend a top ballet school, it looks like her dream is about to become a reality.

But why does she feel so awful about the move? Her brother Tam is angrier than she has ever seen him, and her mother is working hard to keep the family afloat. Will every step towards success come at a price?

For Brynna to realise her heart's desire, something has to give. But will it be her family?

One Perfect Pirouette by Sherryl Clark delves into the challenges and sacrifices that come with pursuing one's dreams.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780702238413

Publisher: University of Queensland Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 June 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: University of Queensland Press

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 238g

Pages: 252

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Sherryl Clark Young Adult

About the Author

Sherryl Clark's first children's book was The Too-Tight Tutu which was published in the Aussie Bites series in 1997. Since then she has published almost 30 children's books, including Sixth Grade Style Queen (Not!) and Motormouth. Sherryl is also the author of the Rose books in the Our Australian Girl series. She has had two collections of poetry for adults published by Pariah Press - Edge (1990) and Thicker Than Water (1999), and is a co-editor of Poetrix magazine. Sherryl teaches fiction and poetry writing in the Diploma of Arts - Professional Writing and Editing at Victoria University and Holmesglen TAFE.

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