Description

This Christmas, join a young girl and her grandmother as they embark on a holiday adventure to see The Nutcracker together! Her grandmother, known as Grand Jeté, was once a prima ballerina and danced in The Nutcracker herself, and now shes sharing the magic of this special ballet. Former prima ballerina Allegra Kent and bestselling Fancy Nancy illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser collaborate to create an inspiring and festive tale for the littlest dancers and Nutcracker fans everywhere.

Grand Jeté is an expert on everything elegant and makes sure to always model the proper etiquette of a poised ballerina. Her granddaughter wants to be just like her one day.

Take a bow!

Straight spine.

Look your best.

And always carry flowers!

Follow the pair as they embark on an unforgettable trip to their favorite theater to see The Nutcrackersharing the spirit of ballet wherever they go.

The detailed illustrations, featuring the New York City Ballets Nutcracker costumes and sets, are joyous and bubbly. Kirkus Reviews

An easy addition to holiday -collections, certain to appeal to Nutcracker fans and balletomanes. School Library Journal

Numerous engaging pictures will entice readers to take the time to pour overthis charming story. Booklist

Glassers kinetic, wispy artworkwarmly pays homage to ballet form onstage and off, capturing the texts free-spirited, memory-centered vibe. Publishers Weekly

When the little girl visits her grandmotherdance infuses their ordinary moments. Horn Book Magazine

Author: Allegra Kent
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 10/19/2021
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 10.26h x 9.36w x 0.38d
ISBN: 9780062392022
Language: English