T?o's Tutu by Macias, Maryann Jacob

This story of a boy's first ballet recital celebrates gender-creativity, the joy of dance, and being yourself

Téo loves to dance, whether it's the cumbia with Papí, the bhangra with Amma, or ballet class with Miss Lila. He also loves the way his tutu makes him feel, inside and out. But when it comes time to decide which outfit to wear in the big dance recital--a sparkly tutu or shimmering silver pants--Téo wonders if being his most authentic self on stage will put him too much in the spotlight.

Author: Maryann Jacob Macias
Publisher: Dial Books
Published: 11/02/2021
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 10.10h x 9.20w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781984815521
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.9
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 523000 / Teo's Tutu


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2021
School Library Journal 09/01/2021 pg. 71
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2021 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
Maryann Jacob Macias is a graduate of the City College of New York, CUNY and the Solstice MFA Low-Residency Program at Pine Manor College. This is her first picture book.

Alea Marley is a picture book illustrator. Born in the UK with Barbadian roots, she is currently based in North England.