Rosie's Big City Ballet

Ballet Slippers #6

by Patricia Reilly Giff, Julie Durrell

If Rosie wants to get a part in the New York City ballet's performance of Romeo and Juliet, she must decide whether she will dedicate her time to practicing her art or spend it helping her friends build a treehouse.

Genres: Fiction

80 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1998

About the author

Patricia Reilly Giff was an American author and educator whose warm, emotionally resonant books made her a beloved figure in children's literature. After spending roughly two decades as a teacher, she turned to writing and brought a deep understanding of young readers to stories that balanced humor, resilience, and emotional truth. Educated at Marymount Manhattan College, St. John's University, and Hofstra University, she drew on both her classroom experience and literary instincts to create memorable fiction for children and middle-grade readers. She became especially well known for the popular Polk Street School series, which captured the everyday dramas of school life with charm and empathy. Beyond those books, she wrote acclaimed novels such as Lily's Crossing, Nory Ryan's Song, Pictures of Hollis Woods, Eleven, and Genevieve's War, often exploring themes of belonging, family, hardship, and courage. Her work earned wide recognition, including Newbery Honors, an ALA Best Book for Young Adults designation, and a Christopher Award. Giff also influenced younger writers through her workshops and teaching spirit. Throughout her career, she remained a compassionate literary voice whose stories spoke directly to children's fears, hopes, and imaginations.

Reviews

[Alyiah.Watson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is about a girl that is scared to go on the stage with the other girls and do balla.

[ireneekins · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute quick story.