Lara's Gift
School year: Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 208
Published: 2014
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In "Lara's Gift" by Annemarie O'Brien, a young girl named Lara navigates the challenges of growing up in 19th-century Russia. She is captivated by the world of ballet and aspires to become a dancer, but her dreams are thwarted by the realities of her family's financial struggles. As Lara faces the pressures of societal expectations and personal sacrifices, she discovers the value of resilience and the importance of following one's passion. The story intertwines themes of family, ambition, and the transformative power of art, ultimately leading Lara to embrace her gift despite the obstacles that stand in her way. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 10 years.
There are 208 pages in this book. This book was published in 2014 by Random House USA Inc .
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Nene Award
This book was recognised by the Nene Award.