The Magic in Changing Your Stars |
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| Author:
| Henderson, Leah |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4549-3407-3 |
| Publication Date: | May 2021 |
| Publisher: | Sterling Publishing Co., Inc.
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| Imprint: | Union Square Press |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $9.99 |
Book Description:
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Can you change your fate--and the fate of those you love--if you return to the past? Journey to 1939 Harlem in this time-travel adventure with an inspiring message about believing in yourself. Eleven-year-old Ailey Benjamin Lane can
dance--so he's certain that he'll land the role of the Scarecrow in his school's production of
The Wiz. Unfortunately, a talented classmate and a serious attack of nerves derail his...
More Description Can you change your fate--and the fate of those you love--if you return to the past? Journey to 1939 Harlem in this time-travel adventure with an inspiring message about believing in yourself.
Eleven-year-old Ailey Benjamin Lane can dance--so he's certain that he'll land the role of the Scarecrow in his school's production of The Wiz. Unfortunately, a talented classmate and a serious attack of nerves derail his audition: he just stands there, frozen. Deflated and defeated, Ailey confides in his Grampa that he's ready to quit. But Grampa believes in Ailey, and, to encourage him, shares a childhood story. As a boy, Grampa dreamed of becoming a tap dancer; he was so good that the Hollywood star and unofficial Mayor of Harlem, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, even gave him a special pair of tap shoes. Curious, Ailey finds the shoes, tries them on, taps his toes, and makes a wish. In the blink of an eye, he finds himself somewhere that if most definitely no place like home! Featuring an all-African-American cast of characters, and infused with references to black culture and history, this work of magical realism is sure to captivate and inspire readers.