A young ballerina explores her city through dance, in this striking picture book about movement, individuality, and self-expression by a debut author-illustrator. Full color. n nDaria Peoples-Rileys debut picture book is a celebration of individuality, self-expression, and dance. Fans of Misty Copelands Firebird and Matt de la Pe as Last Stop on Market Street will want to read it over and over again.n nWhen a young dancer is nervous about her upcoming auditions, her shadow springs to life and leads her on a joyous exploration of their city. Soon enough, the young girl finds confidence in her skills, her body, and her ability to shine.n nWith an energetic, rhythmic text that begs to be read aloud and striking, exuberant artwork, This Is It is a love story to originality and the simple joy of movement.n nThe future is in your footsteps.n nFreedom is in your feet.n nPut one foot in front of the other, n nand greet your destiny.n