Aunt Cora is determined to turn two orphans, perky Hilary and sullen Rachel, into members of her dance troupe. But Rachel wants to keep Hilary from being one of Wintle’s Little Wonders—is it selfishness or something else? Misunderstandings and a spoiled cousin come together for a tale full of high drama. Originally published in 1957.
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'DANCING SHOES is still very readable, and will be a nostalgic trip down memory lane for mums and grannies as well as a treat for today's young dancers.' -- Dance Expression, July 2003
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Aunt Cora is determined to turn two orphans, perky Hilary and sullen Rachel, into members of her dance troupe. But Rachel wants to keep Hilary from being one of Wintle's Little Wonders—is it selfishness or something else? Misunderstandings and a spoiled cousin come together for a tale full of high drama. Originally published in 1957.
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More of the SHOES books should be available!,
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This review is from: Dancing Shoes (The Shoe Books) (Paperback)
Do you remember when the Meg Ryan character walked into TomHanks' FOX BOOKS store and the customer asked about the"Shoes" books, and a monologue about the wonders of Noel Streatfeild's "Shoes" books ensued, touching on Dancing Shoes, Ballet Shoes, and Skating Shoes, which is absolutely wonderful? That scene made me break down crying, because I had never heard anyone other than myself talk about these terrific books, and the fact that it is tragic that they are mostly out of print and hard to find. This book is a wonderful story of working hard for a goal, and accomplishing it, or at least getting on the road to achieving a reasonable, yet magical, goal. If you want a great book for your favorite elementary school girl, buy this one - then buy the other "Shoes" books (and get a copy of Tennis Shoes for your favorite boy too!)
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A Well-Thumbed Classic,
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This review is from: Dancing Shoes (The Shoe Books) (Paperback)
Ever felt misunderstood? Or that you did't fit in? Ever had great plans for another's future...that they didn't share? Dancing Shoes is a well-crafted classic, about three girls we can all relate to. Rachel hates dancing, and struggles to find herself in a dancing school. Her sister Hillary is all mirth, and no work. Dulce is their insufferable, spoiled cousin, who meets her deserved fate. An exasperated teacher, a homey nurse, and evil aunt, and a oblivious but gentle hearted uncle round out the cast. Superb all around, sensitively told. Buy it now!
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A delight to be tasted, treasured, and re-read.,
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This review is from: Dancing Shoes (The Shoe Books) (Paperback)
Dancing Shoes is one of Noel Streatfield's most enchanting books. Rachel and Hilary, Pursey, Uncle Tom, Aunt Cora, Dulcie, Mrs. Storm, and the Little Wonders combine to create a delightful world. Loveable characters and a vivid plot, never saccharine; I read it over many times each year. Splendid for children and adults.
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The School of Dancing was in North London. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
fairy queen, marigold frock, extra elocution, cozy voice Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Aunt Cora, Uncle Tom, Madame Raine, The Royal Ballet School, Red Riding Hood, Little Wonder, Miss Purser, Pinkie Pinkerton, Hilary Lennox, Rode-Colored Gladded, Twelfth Night, Covent Garden, Good Friday, Miss Orton, Mother Gooee, Cora Wintle, Miss High-and-mighty New!
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The School of Dancing was in North London. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
fairy queen, marigold frock, extra elocution, cozy voice Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Aunt Cora, Uncle Tom, Madame Raine, The Royal Ballet School, Red Riding Hood, Little Wonder, Miss Purser, Pinkie Pinkerton, Hilary Lennox, Rode-Colored Gladded, Twelfth Night, Covent Garden, Good Friday, Miss Orton, Mother Gooee, Cora Wintle, Miss High-and-mighty New!
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- "Nutcracker" Nation: How an Old World Ballet Became a Christmas Tradition in the New World by Ms. Jennifer Fisher on page 69, and Back Matter
- The Music Teacher's Book of Lists (J-B Ed: Book of Lists) by Cynthia Meyers Ross on page 238
- The Music Teacher's Book of Lists (J-B Ed: Book of Lists) by Cynthia Meyers Ross on page 238
- The New York Times Parent's Guide to the Best Books for Children: 3rd Edition Revised and Updated by Eden Ross Lipson on page 268
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