In "The Nutcracker Ballet," a young girl named Clara receives a magical nutcracker doll from her godfather at a Christmas party. That night, the nutcracker comes to life, leading Clara on an enchanting adventure. They battle the fearsome Mouse King and travel to the Land of Sweets, where they meet the Sugar Plum Fairy and experience breathtaking dances from around the world. This whimsical tale blends themes of imagination, courage, and the spirit of the holidays, culminating in a celebration of joy and the magic of childhood. The Nutcracker remains a timeless classic that captivates audiences of all ages. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 2-5 years.
There are 28 pages in this book. This book was published in 2002 by Turtleback Books .
Author of the Moonbear series, Frank Asch has written in almost every category of children's literature including poetry, concept books, juvenile nonfiction, and children's novels. Vladimir Vagin is an award-winning illustrator of more than fifty books. Originally from Russia, he moved to the U. S. in 1990.
This book contains the following story:
The Nutcracker
It is Christmas Eve and the mysterious Dr. Drosselmeyer has arrived at Clara and Fritz's house with a special gift for Clara - a wooden nutcracker doll. The doll brings magic for when the clock strikes midnight Clara awakes to see a battle between giant mice and life-size toy soldiers, led by her valiant Nutcracker. After winning the battle, the Nutcracker is transformed into a handsome prince who takes Clara on a journey to the Land of Snow and then to the Kingdom of Sweets.
