Thalia Mara is truly a life saver. I have purchased all of her books and they are very descriptive and informative. 1st steps to ballet is a good introduction that can give a bit of a challenge without overwelming the young ballet student. I recommend it to all ballet students, beginning, intermediate, and advanced.

This book was helpful in giving me a taste of ballet before making a big commitment to classes, etc. It is helpful for someone just starting ballet, with steps they can practice at home.