I Can Be a Ballerina

Barbie

by Christy Webster

Young girls will love joining Barbie as she leaps, twirls, and pirouettes in this Step 2 reader, " I Can Be a Ballerina." "From the Trade Paperback edition."

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

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First published January 11, 2011

About the author

Christy Webster is a writer and editor with 15 years in-house experience at major children's book publishers. She has written over 60 children's books and stories and edited hundreds of books, including several bestselling chapter book series. She specializes in early readers, chapter books, storybooks, and media licenses.
Available for freelance writing, editing, ghostwriting and co-writing.

Reviews

[Lynda · Rating 3 out of 5]

While I am not a fan of the Barbie series books (not much of a plot, dialogue, weak characters...) my preschooler loves them mainly I believe due to the vivid illustrations and glamorous Barbie fashion and accessories. 1 Star from Mom, 5 from the kid, so we split the difference to 3 stars.

[Carina · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a four-year-old, I really liked this book because I’m a ballerina and I do tap too. I like all the pictures.

[Alicia Hill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very cute, actually had a plot this time

[Cat · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5

[Jeannie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book, 1st grader did very well reading it. Ballet / ballerina tended to trip her up at times, but she was very happy with the ending.

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[Katie Fitzgerald · Rating 2 out of 5]

Barbie has changed a lot since I was a kid - her face, her clothes, even her siblings (Skipper, where have you gone?) But it seems, based on this book, that some things never change. Barbie’s still as pink and girly as ever, and in this book, she introduces little girls to the lifestyle of ballet dancers. The usual ballet stuff is fully present- pink and purple tutus, sparkly hair accessories, the barre - and I’m sure little girls will love peeking into the locker room and the practice room to see the ballerinas dress, warm up, and rehearse. In fact, that’s probably what I appreciated most about this book - it shows the work that must go into perfecting a ballet routine. Barbie’s not always my favorite role model - and even in this book, she still looks like she could use a good, balanced meal - but this book isn’t half bad. The Fancy Nancy / Pinkalicious / Rainbow Magic set will love this book as well.

[Erin Saflarski · Rating 2 out of 5]

This children's picture book is about two girls in ballet class. They meet a ballerina and get to spend the day with her. The dance company ends up needing two more dancers for the show and the two girls jump in and get to be ballerinas for the day. This teaches children to follow their dreams and practice helps make perfect. This book was kind of lame to be honest but the name "Barbie" would attract a much larger audience and the illustrations are just like the movies. This book is probably for ages 4-6.

[Kelly Sommers · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fun book that little girls would love to read. It is about Barbie who goes to a dance studio and gets to be in a professional ballet. It is every little girls dream come true. It is for children ages 4 to 6. It is perfect for new readers since there is only a sentence per page and has bright, fun pictures on each page. It was an enjoyable read.

[Kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

This easy reader is great for any little girls interested in ballet. It shows the work it takes to be a ballerina with lots of practice. It introduces basic ballet ideas. Barbie is still barbie in super glittery pink everything.

[Madison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Barbie is a good ballerina!

[Kerry · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read with my 4yo daughter.

[Holly Letson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Barbie and Teresa want to be ballerinas, so they attend a professional ballet class. At said class, they are chosen to dance in the play.

[Yomna]

Barbie goes through what is fun about being a ballerina and how it helps you grow and stay healthy/exercised.

[Rommel Sison · Rating 2 out of 5]

6-year-old daughter: 5 stars
4-year-old daughter: 5 stars

[Pinky · Rating 2 out of 5]

Barbie and Teresa get to be ballerina's in a show.

[Ck]

I like the "I can be...." series. It shows what the profession actually does.