Ella Bella Ballerina and The Sleeping Beauty (Ella Bella Ballerina Series)

The Ella Bella Ballerina Series: Discovering the Magic of Famous Ballets

The Ella Bella Ballerina series allows children to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of renowned ballets. This delightful character is the creation of author and illustrator James Mayhew, who resides in Letchworth Garden City, England, with his wife and son.

Each captivating story follows Ella Bella as she and her dance class are introduced to a classic ballet by their kind teacher, Madame Rosa. As Ella listens to the music, she is transported in a dream to the setting of the ballet, becoming an integral part of the story. Young readers will be enthralled as they join Ella on her journey of discovery, learning about these famous ballets.

The enchanting narratives are further enhanced by Mayhew's vibrant illustrations. Additionally, at the end of each book, the author provides a concise overview of the composer's life and the history of the ballet, enriching the readers' understanding.

Ella Bella Ballerina and Cinderella When Ella loses one of her ballet shoes, Madame Rosa recounts the tale of Cinderella and her lost slipper. Ella listens intently, and after the lesson, she lingers at the theater, where Madame Rosa's music box plays melodies from Prokofiev's Cinderella ballet. Suddenly, the Fairy Godmother appears, and Ella is transported into the beloved story.

Ella Bella Ballerina and Swan Lake Madame Rosa is preparing her class to dance in Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake. As Ella learns the story and listens to the music, she is transported to the setting of the ballet, where she meets Odette, a beautiful princess transformed into a swan by an evil sorcerer.

Ella Bella Ballerina and The Nutcracker Christmas is approaching, and Madame Rosa has a surprise party for her ballet class. As the music plays, Ella Bella is magically transported into the enchanting, festive world of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. There, she meets the beautiful Clara and her wooden Nutcracker doll, and they must work together to break the evil spell.

Ella Bella Ballerina and A Midsummer Night's Dream Madame Rosa provides her students with costumes as her magical music box plays a shimmering tune. Ella finds herself in the world of Mendelssohn's A Midsummer Night's Dream, where she meets Puck, the mischievous fairy, and Oberon, the King of Fairyland, who enlists Ella's help in his midsummer mischief.

Ella Bella Ballerina and The Magic Toyshop Madame Rosa, or Miss Rosa as she is called in this story, tells her students about the ballet La Boutique Fantasque, and Ella is magically transported to a toyshop filled with enchanting dancing dolls. Ella is particularly captivated by two dolls in love, and she wonders if there is a way to keep them together forever.

product information: