Misty Copeland: Overcoming Obstacles with Determination and Focus
Notes and Highlights
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Approximately 13 minute video -- for use with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade
Approximately 5 minute video -- for use with K, 1st, and 2nd grade
Good culminating video -- approximately 5 minutes
Other ResourcesBooks in the Media Center
Web Resources
Misty Copeland Information on the American Ballet Theater site Misty Copeland Bio on Bio site The Rise and Rise of Misty Copeland - article in the New York Times An Unlikely Ballerina - article in the New Yorker Misty Copeland is Promoted to Principal Dancer in New York Times Misty Copeland, American Dancer in Rolling Stone Magazine |
Learning Activities
Class Discussion prompts:
- What things in Misty Copeland's life are like your own?
- What character traits does Misty exhibit that are necessary for success?
- What one thing will you remember about Misty Copeland that may help you in school?