Books Like Ballerina Dreams
Families who loved Ballerina Dreams by Lauren Thompson often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Ballerina Dreams by Lauren Thompson often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child expresses frustration with physical limitations or feels that their body works differently than the bodies of their peers. It is a powerful tool for validating the physical effort required for certain tasks while maintaining a focus on the beauty and joy of the end goal. The story follows five young girls with physical disabilities, such as cerebral palsy, as they train for and perform in a real ballet recital. It handles themes of resilience and pride with a grounded, non-sentimental tone. Parents will appreciate how the real-life photography demystifies disability and replaces pity with admiration for the girls' hard work and artistic expression. It is a perfect choice for fostering empathy in all children or providing much-needed representation for those navigating similar physical challenges.
