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Italy

A Dancer's Dream

In snow- covered St. Petersberg, young dancer Stana’s dreams have finally come true – she has been chosen to play the lead role in Tchaikovsky’s new ballet, The Nutcracker.

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But with all eyes on her, can Stana overcome her nerves and dance like she’s never danced before…?

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Illustrated by Waterstone’s Children’s Book Prize winner, Lizzy Stewart, this sumptuous and magical retelling of The Nutcracker will transport you on a journey far beyond the page.

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‘Perfect for all readers who love the world of ballet…  a delightful mix of fact and fiction’ – Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading4Kids

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‘Lovely, heartfelt…Woodfine’s simple yet human story and Lizzy Stewart’s beautiful illustration ensure that the magic of the ballet will reach a whole new audience’ – BookTrust

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'A dream read for all young ballerinas!' – Lancashire Evening Post

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‘Aspiring ballerinas will cherish this long-read picture book … this wintry tale is a festive treat’ – The Mail on Sunday – Best Fiction of the Year

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Chosen for The Times and The Sunday Times Children’s Books of the Year 2020 and the Evening Standard’s Best Kids Books for Christmas 2020

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Also available in a hardback edition here.
 

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Baking
Recipe

Bake Stana's favourite - gingerbread angels, to be served with tea and jam

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Blog post
Stana's real story

Find out about the real history behind A Dancer's Dream

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Activity
Who's on stage?

Download this activity sheet to draw your own theatre scene

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