The Story of the Nutcracker Ballet (Pictureback(R))

by Deborah Hautzig

Book Overview

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... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0394881788
• ISBN13: 9780394881782
• Release Date: September 1986
• Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.1" x 0.1" x 8.1"

Customer Reviews

Nutcracker Ballet Story

This was a simple story telling about the little girl who received a Nutcracker for Christmas and the magical events that happened.

amazing book!

I was in first grade in the late 80's and we were doing a unit on the nutcracker. We went to go see the play and did a lot of music, art and english activities related to it. I was enjoying it so much that my mom bought me a copy of this book, same cover and all. I really loved the illustrations in it, from the christmas decorations to the land of sweets to all the snow. I've misplaced my copy but if I ever do find it it's a keeper!

important part of Christmas to many

In reference to the next review, Marie and Clara are not the same character. Marie is the little girl, and Clara is her doll.

a little confusing

This book is beautifully illustrated and the story is an abreviated version of the origional which is nice for young children. My only complaint is that the character "Clara" is called "Marie" which is very confusing to children (and adults).