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    612-822-4611

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She Persisted: Maria Tallchief

She Persisted: Maria Tallchief

Clinton, Chelsea
Boiger, Alexandra
Day, Christine

Paperback

Series: She Persisted

BiographyHistorySelf Help

Publisher Price: $6.99

ISBN10: 0593115813
ISBN13: 9780593115817
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
Published: Nov 16 2021
Pages: 96
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.32 Width: 5.12 Depth: 7.40
Language: English
Awards: American Indian Youth Literature Award
Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Maria Tallchief!

A 2024 American Indian Youth Literature Honor Book!

In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Christine Day, readers learn about the amazing life of Maria Tallchief--and how she persisted.

Maria Tallchief loved to dance, but was told that she might need to change her Osage name to one that sounded more Russian to make it as a professional ballerina. She refused, and worked hard at dancing her best, becoming America's first prima ballerina. Many famous American ballets were created for Maria!

Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Maria Tallchief's footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum.

And don't miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Florence Griffith Joyner, Coretta Scott King, and more!

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Praise for She Persisted: Maria Tallchief

A rich, clear picture of how one iconic Native dancer persisted. --Publishers Weekly

Inspiringly shows how Maria Tallchief persisted and made her dreams come true. --Kirkus Reviews

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