Forty-two clear, accurate drawings (all in proper sequence) depict everything that goes on in a beginner's class, from lacing up the ballet shoe to executing the perfect arabesque. Illustrated instructions as well for proper posture, warm-up exercises, arm movements and much more. Inspirational, encouraging and instructive advice.

Preschoolers and other youngsters will love coloring these charming drawings as they have fun learning the alphabet. Included are 25 plates (one for each letter, except X and Y, which are on the same plate) consisting of illustrations of objects beginning with the letters of the alphabet. A total of 178 different objects are represented with the names of the objects printed beneath the pictures.

Nancy has just two days to help her friend and save the ballet! Nancy and her friends are practicing for the big ballet recital. They're so excited, and nervous too. Especially Bess, who can't seem to learn the steps. But then the special music goes missing and the recital might be canceled. Everyone blames Bess and Nancy must take the case!

FAIRY TALES CAN COME TRUE From the time she was eight, Darci Kistler knew she wanted to be a ballerina. At thirteen she was on her own in New York City, attending one of the most famous ballet schools in the world. At seventeen she became the youngest principal ballertina in the history of the New York City Ballet. How did Darci make her dream come true? In her own words, she tells about her amazing career, from her first pink tutu to her starring role in The Nutcracker ballet. Here is the fairy tale story of what it's really like to become a ballerina. A Byron Preiss Visual Publications, Inc. Book Illustrated with photographs

Memorable scenes from the life of the first American president, among them a battle with British forces against the French in 1754, appointment as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army (1775), and victory at Yorktown (1781). Entertaining, practical reference for young students of American history. Captions. 42 black-and-white illustrations.

Create beautiful stained glass effects with 16 graceful designs rich in floral and foliate beauty: morning glories, daffodils, dahlias, more. Outlined in black on translucent paper. Use crayon, felt-tip pen, watercolors, etc.

Describes the fundamental techniques of needlework and explains how to embroider a variety of pillowcases, tablecloths, towels, napkins, bedspreads, and other items