A timeless children's classic about ice-skating, friendship and ambition, from the beloved author of Ballet Shoes. Perfect for all children who love skating, dancing and performing. Harriets best friend Lalla dreams of being the best skater in the worldbut when Harriet discovers her own natural talent on the ice, the girls friendship comes under threat. Will Harriet choose Lalla, or her own glittering future?
This book features in the following series: Collins, Collins Modern Classics, Essential Modern Classics, Shoes .
This book has been graded for interest at 9 years.
There are 288 pages in this book. This book was published in 2015 by HarperCollins Publishers .
Noel Streatfeild wrote for children and adults, including the famous "Shoes" series. She was also a stage actress, a book critic and a lecturer on children's books. Noel Streatfeild died on 11th September 1986.
This book contains the following story:
White Boots
It's a stroke of great luck when Harriet Johnson's doctor prescribes skating after an illness that has left her feeling frail and listless. For on her very first day at the rink, Harriet meets orphaned Lalla Moore, who is being brought up by her wealthy aunt Claudia to be a skating champion. Although they have little in common, the girls form a fast friendship. Harriet is energized by talented, funny Lalla, and Lalla in turn blossoms under the affection of openhearted Harriet. The girls skate together more and more. But just as Lalla's interest in skating starts to fade, Harriet's natural talent begins to emerge. Suddenly Lalla and Harriet seem headed in two very different directions. Can their friendship survive?
This book is in the following series:
Essential Modern Classics
The "Essential Modern Classics" series is a collection of children's literature published by Puffin Books, designed to introduce young readers to significant works of modern literature. The series features a selection of beloved stories that have become classics in their own right and includes a range of genres, from fantasy and adventure to contemporary fiction. The books are tailored for children aged 8 and up, making them suitable for middle-grade readers and explore themes such as friendship, courage, family, adventure, and self-discovery.
Collins Modern Classics
Shoes
Collins
"White Boots. Author: Noel (Ballet Shoes) Streatfeild. And you know we might very well leave it at that - for what higher recommendation is wanted? Noel Streatfeild has that happy, skilful knack of turning her characters into real people - something which only really good novelists can do. A first-rate book."
BBC Children's Hour
"Noel Streatfeild's position in the children's book world is unique. She is endlessly inventive, full of verve and real understanding of the surfaces of childhood. Her stories are rich in documentary interest and entertainment, escapism of a most satisfying sort."
TLS
"Noel Streatfeild is an author who is a true master of her craft."
