Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln

A young girl named Teresa Carreño, who immigrated to the United States from Venezuela, learns to play the piano and eventually plays for President Lincoln during the Civil War. Despite facing challenges and discrimination, Teresa's passion for music and her determination to succeed lead her to become a renowned pianist and a symbol of hope for her community. The story is based on real events and is illustrated with vivid and imaginative paintings that bring the historical period to life. The author, Margarita Engle, is a Cuban-American poet and novelist who has written many award-winning books for children and young adults.