Dancing Shoes (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

Review

'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 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description

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 combine for a tale full of high drama. Originally published in 1957.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Yearling; 1 edition (April 5, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0679854282
• ISBN-13: 978-0679854289
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,557 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

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45 of 48 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More of the SHOES books should be available!, May 23, 2000

By A Customer

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!)

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Well-Thumbed Classic, December 18, 1999

By	s.v. (Orange County, CA) - See all my reviews

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!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A delight to be tasted, treasured, and re-read., September 18, 1999

By A Customer

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.