Becoming Spectacular: The Rhythm of Resilience from the First African American Rockette Juvenile Fiction Lifestyles - Country Life Places - Africa Animals - Ducks Wells—with private letters written by

Wells—with private letters written by Ida tucked inside

Together the words and pictures set up a space for creativity as young readers imagine how the story might unravel—and are inspired to pen a ten-word tiny tale of their own

But he rose above it all to become a prosperous leader in the Saint Louis business and nonprofit communities

100 easy-to-read one-page biographies: Find out how these Black Americans changed the course of history

the country's first African-American president

Becoming Spectacular: The Rhythm of Resilience from the First African American Rockette Juvenile Fiction Lifestyles - Country Life Places - Africa Animals - Ducks Wells—with private letters written byThe first African American Rockette charts her journey to one of the world's most celebrated dance troupes in this gripping memoir that, for the first time, goes behind the velvet curtains at Radio City's legendary holiday show. Smashing through glass windows and paving the way for others requires a special blend of bravery and perseverance. Being a pioneer involves breaking down stubborn barriers, challenging closed minded people and navigating