Ella Bella Ballerina and The Magic Toyshop (Ella Bella Ballerina Series)

From the Publisher: The Ella Bella Ballerina Series

Discover the enchanting world of famous ballets through the delightful Ella Bella Ballerina series. Created by James Mayhew, a talented author and illustrator residing in Letchworth Garden City, England, these stories follow the adventures of Ella Bella, a young girl who finds herself immersed in the magic of ballet thanks to her teacher, Madame Rosa.

In each book, Ella Bella and her dance class are introduced to a new ballet by Madame Rosa. As the music plays, Ella Bella is transported into a dream where she becomes an integral part of the ballet’s story. Children will be captivated as they follow Ella Bella through these beloved tales of dance and enchantment.

James Mayhew’s vivid illustrations bring each story to life, complementing the magical narrative. At the end of each book, readers can delve into a brief biography of the composer and learn about the ballet’s history, adding educational value to the enchanting tales.

More Titles in the Series:

Ella Bella Ballerina and The Sleeping Beauty Ella Bella adores the music from Madame Rosa’s music box, especially Tchaikovsky’s The Sleeping Beauty. When the music begins, Ella Bella finds herself transported into the fairy-tale world of Princess Aurora. She explores the enchanted palace and witnesses the timeless story unfold before her eyes.

Ella Bella Ballerina and Cinderella When Ella Bella loses a ballet shoe, Madame Rosa tells the class the story of Cinderella and her lost slipper. Intrigued, Ella Bella stays behind and listens to the melodies of Prokofiev’s Cinderella from Madame Rosa’s music box. Suddenly, Cinderella’s fairy godmother appears, whisking Ella Bella away into the magical tale of kindness and transformation.

Ella Bella Ballerina and Swan Lake Madame Rosa’s ballet class prepares for Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake, and Ella Bella becomes enthralled by the music and story. Transported into the ballet’s setting, Ella Bella meets Odette, the princess cursed to live as a swan by an evil sorcerer. Together, they embark on a magical journey of love and redemption.

Ella Bella Ballerina and The Nutcracker As Christmas approaches, Madame Rosa surprises her class with a party set to Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. Ella Bella finds herself in the fantastical world of Clara and her Nutcracker doll, battling the menacing Mouse King to break a spell and restore a prince to his rightful form.

Ella Bella Ballerina and A Midsummer Night’s Dream In Madame Rosa’s class, Ella Bella dons a costume while the magical music box plays Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Transported into the fairy-filled realm, Ella Bella joins Puck, the mischievous fairy, and Oberon, the Fairy King, in a whimsical adventure to reunite Oberon with his queen, Titania.

This revised version maintains the original content while adjusting the structure for improved readability and flow, ensuring that each title in the Ella Bella Ballerina series is presented clearly and engagingly.

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