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I Want to Be a Fashion Designer (I Want to Be book series)
by Stephanie Maze; Harcourt Children's Books, March 2000
This book will help a young designer want-to-be learn all about the business. |
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Fashion Sketchbook
by Bina Abling; Fairchild Books & Visuals, August 1999
This step by step guide will teach a young designer how to draw every body position right down to the fingertips. |
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The Ultimate Audition Book for Teens: 111 One-Minute Monologues (3)
by Kristen Dabrowski; Smith & Kraus, June 2004
It is noted in the H.S Directory that students must pick age appropriate materials. This book is specifically for you!
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Classic Readers Theatre for Young Adults
by Suzanne I. Barchers, Jennifer L. Kroll; Teacher Ideas Press, July 2002
Scripts adapted from classic American and British short stories and novels that are just right for grades 6-9. |
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The Complete Audition Book for Young Actors
by Roger Ellis; Meriwether Publishing, January 2004
Preparing for an audition at LaGuardia or Talented Unlimited? Don't wait until the last minute to prepare for your big moment. |
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Scenes for Young Actors
by Lorraine Cohen, Stephen P. Cohen; Avon; Reprint edition, February 1990
Many young New Yorkers already know they're headed for the stars. Start your audition preparations early. |
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Magnificent Monologues for Kids (Hollywood 101)
by Chambers Stevens; Sandcastle Publishing, February 1999
Stevens, a children's acting coach, begins by explaining how monologues are used to audition for roles, noting that the best ones for the purpose are less than two minutes in length. Fifty-one monologues are included. |
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A Dance of Sisters
by Tracey Porter; HarperTrophy, Reprint edition, March 15, 2005
This gripping nonfiction also gives the reader insight into aspects of the world of dance. |
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Attitude!
by Katharine Davis Fishman; Tarcher, September 2004
Alvin Ailey School of dance is one of the top studios in the world and also partners with the Professional Performing Arts School. Read this for an informative edge.
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The Parents Book of Ballet: Answers to Critical Questions About the Care and Development of the Young Dancer
by Angela Whitehill, William Noble; Princeton Book Company; May 2003
Although this book is addressed to parents, it is extremely beneficial to any young person pursuing dance. |
 
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Kids' Broadway Songbook (Book only)
by Hal Leonard Corporation, May 1993
Singers can learn traditional Broadway ballads to impress the panel of judges.
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The Deva Method: Vocal Warm-Ups and Cool-Downs
by Jeannie Deva; The Voice Studio Press, June 2001
It is very important for singers to properly warm up their voices before a performance. Learn these techniques now!
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The Contemporary Singer: Elements of Vocal Technique (Berklee Guide)
by Anne Peckham; Berklee Press Publications; Pap/Com edition, August 2000
An A-Z guide that will help to take your vocals to the next level. |
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Complete Handbook of Voice Training
by Richard Alderson; Parker Publishing Company, June 1979
For serious vocalists who are willing to commit the time and energy to develop their instrument. |
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The Young Musician's Survival Guide: Tips from Teens & Pros
by Amy Nathan; Oxford University Press, USA, April 2000
It doesn't matter what the instrument is, all musician should read these helpful hints. |
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Making Music Your Business
by Ellefson; Backbeat Books, May 1997
New York kids are some of the most serious in the country about the music business. If this sounds like you - read on. |
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Summer programs and internships |
Request a copy:
718-636-0999
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Summer in the City for Teens, the NYC Guide for Programs and Internships
by Amy Glaser, MD
Summer in the city can be daunting for teens, but help is on the way with this handy compilation of more than 100 programs specifically for ages 13 and up and in some cases for pre-teens as well. The guide is organized in categories such as arts, sciences, law related, social and community service, sports and more. Many are fee based and they can be pricey, but some programs are free or offer scholarships – particularly in the social awareness, law related and academic areas. “College Now” programs, free lifeguard training and ecology projects are also among the free offerings. $12. Available
by calling 718-636-0999
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Barron's Let's Prepare for the Grade 4 Math Test
by Margery Masters; Barron's Educational Series, February 2003 |
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Barron's Let's Prepare for the Grade 4 New York State English Language Arts Test
by Debora S. Whiting, Donna C. Oliverio; Barron's Educational Series, August 2003 |
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Roadmap to 4th Grade English Language Arts, New York Edition
by Diane Perullo; Princeton Review, November 2003 |
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Roadmap to 4th Grade Math, New York Edition
by Diane Perullo; Princeton Review, November 2003 |
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Kaplan Parent's Guide to the New York State 4th Grade Tests, Second Edition
by Cynthia Johnson, Drew Johnson; Kaplan, September 2001 |
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Kaplan New York City Specialized High Schools Admissions Test, 5th edition
by Kaplan, August 2008 |
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Barron's New York City SHSAT: Specialized High School Admissions Test
by Lawrence Zimmerman, Gilbert Kessler, Anne Villeponteaux; February 2008 |
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Master the New York City Specialized High Schools Admissions Test, 6th edition
by Arco,
April 2006
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Cracking
the New York City Specialized Science High Schools Admissions
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by Princeton Review, July 2003 |
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The Official SAT Study Guide
by College Board, October 2004 |
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Barron's How to Prepare for the SAT : 2006-2007 (Book Only)
by Barron, February 2006 |
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References for students
