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Chase Young, PhD

Dr. Chase Young, Ph D: Reader's Theater Script: Angelina Ice Skates [Pdf]

For Teachers K - 1st
A reader's theater script for Katharine Holabird and Helen Craig's children's book, Angelina Ice Skates, is provided on these pages. Sixteen character roles are needed in this activity.
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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Suzanne Farrell

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of ballerina Suzanne Farrell, or Roberta Sue Ficker as she was known earlier in her life. She worked closely with choreographer George Balanchine, and developed a reputation as one of the greatest ballerinas in the 20th...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Peg + Cat: Printable Games and Activities

For Students Pre-K - K
Move and play with these activities from Peg + Cat! From playing hide and seek and imagining pirate stories to dancing like Misty Copeland, you will find a treasure of fun ideas in these five printable activities.
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Other

The Official Website of Misty Copeland

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the background and artistic influence of ballet dancer Misty Copeland, the first African American female principal dancer for the acclaimed American Ballet Theater. The site also provides links to videos and magazine articles...
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Article
NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Misty Copeland Achieves #Squad Goals in the Documentary 'A Ballerina's Tale'

For Students 9th - 10th
From NPR's Code Switch, read this article about Misty Copeland, principal dancer for the American Ballet Theater, and watch a clip from the PBS documentary about her.
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John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Suzanne Farrell

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents biographical information on Cincinnati born legendary ballerina, Suzanne Farrell, a Kennedy Center honoree. Includes photos, audio and video, and links to additional resources.