A unique and richly illustrated gift book featuring four classic stories from the ballet.

A collection of stories from some of today's favorite writers that will enchant any child who loves ballet.

A collection of ballet stories featuring such authors as Bel Mooney, Noel Streatfeild, Gelsey Kirkland, and Margaret Mahy.

Ballet shoes, tutus and dreams... This sparkling collection explores the world of the ballet, from the excitement of learning the first steps to the chaos of rehearsal and the end-of-year show. The joy of dancing shines through the stories in this anthology. Featuring stories by great writers, including Margaret Mahy, Jean Richardson and Vivian French, this book contains some unforgettable characters. All young ballet fans will enjoy the stories in this collection, from those who are already keen dancers, to those that dream of putting on their own pair of ballet shoes one day.

Young ballet fans should love these stories, whether they are already budding young prima ballerinas, or still dreaming of owning their first ballet shoes. The book includes approximately 15 stories and is illustrated in black and white.

THIS MAGICAL INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF BALLET IS FOR EVERY CHILD WHO DREAMS OF BEING A BALLERINA. IT TAKES READERS ON A JOURNEY FROM THE FIRST BALLET STEPS TO THE EXCITEMENT AND WONDER OF PUTTING ON A SHOW. THIS BEAUTIFUL TREASURY ALSO CONTAINS SIX OF THE MOST LOVED STORIES FROM THE BALLET.

This simple introduction to the world of ballet tells about being a ballet dancer, putting on a show, and famous ballet stars.