This book has big bright pictures, and the reader is asked to search for people and items from the Nutcracker ballet in look and find challenges.

A Step 3 early reader retelling of the classic story of the Christmas ballet, The Nutcracker. From the opening Christmas Eve party scene to the closing scene in which Marie and her Nutcracker prince bid farewell to the Land of the Sweets, young readers will be enchanted while enjoying a successful reading experience. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics—for children who are ready to read on their own.

At Christmas time a beautiful ballerina doll who longs to dance is discovered in a toy store and coveted by two little girls: Ilyana, who wants to love her, and Mary Jane, who doesn't want Ilyana to get her.

Give the gift of one of the most beloved holiday stories of all-time, the Nutcracker! Featuring glorious illustrations by Caldecott Honor-winner, Diane Goode, this beautiful and adventurous classic tale will dance its way into your family's holiday traditions for years to come.

Poppy, Jasmine and Rose are so excited! Their ballerina dreams have come true and they are dancing in The Nutcracker with a real professional ballet company. It should be a magical time but the rehearsals are tough and some of the other dancers are less than friendly. The three girls are also missing their wonderful teacher, Miss Coralie, who is ill in the hospital. Will their dancing still shine on Christmas Eve?

On Christmas Eve, a little girl helps break the spell on her wooden nutcracker and watches him turn into a handsome prince, who takes her to his kingdom in the Land of Sweets.

This pop-up book tells the story of the Nutcracker ballet. With tabs and flaps you can make the Nutcracker fight the Mouse King, see Clara's sleigh glide through the snow and watch the dancers kick up their heels in the grand finale.