I had a dollar for every former ballet student who said to me, "I wish I hadn't quit ballet." The fact is that ballet is hard. At some point, dancers realize that ballet isn't just fun. It is hard work too. It...
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BEST BALLET BOOKS Miss Lina's Ballerinas
Choosing a BEST BALLET BOOK In this BEST BALLET BOOKS series, I will share some of my favorite ballet books for kids. The books have been tested by my ballet students and chosen because they inspire beautiful character qualities like...
Is your child a cheetah or a snail?
Fast and Slow As a ballet teacher and a parent, I have observed that kids have two speeds: fast and slow. Most children specialize in one. When my ballet students practice Fairy Runs in class, I remind them that when...
Tips for investing in your child's happiness
Investing in your child’s happiness factor is worth the time; it will pay you back. Imagine that you have just brought home an adorable new puppy. The problem is that whenever you turn your back, this little ball of fluff...