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Ella Bella Ballerina and the Magic Toyshop


Synopsis


Everyone's favourite little dancer, Ella Bella Ballerina, steps into an enchanted toyshop in this magical ballet adventure.

Discover a world of fairytale toymakers and dancing dolls in in this beautiful introduction to classic ballet, La Boutique Fantastique. With a sparkling foiled cover and exquisitely detailed illustrations, this is the perfect gift for all would-be ballerinas.

Look out for the other books in the series:

Ella Bella and A Midsummer Night's Dream
Ella Bella Ballerina and Swan Lake
Ella Bella Ballerina and Cinderella
Ella Bella Ballerina and The Sleeping Beauty
Ella Bella Ballerina and The Nutcracker

James Mayhew

Summary

Chapter 1: Ella Bella's Dream

Ella Bella, a young ballerina, dreams of dancing in a toy shop, where the toys come to life. She awakens with a desire to make her dream a reality.

Chapter 2: The Magic Toyshop

Ella Bella visits a quaint toyshop and is greeted by its magical atmosphere. The toys, hidden in boxes and behind shelves, whisper secrets and invite her to explore.

Example: Ella Bella opens a box and discovers a tiny ballerina doll with a shimmering tutu and a mischievous grin. "Hello, Ella Bella," the doll whispers. "We've been waiting for you."

Chapter 3: The Dancing Teddy Bear

Ella Bella encounters a cuddly teddy bear named Teddy, who has always secretly longed to dance. Together, they perform a graceful waltz amidst the shelves, their movements flowing with perfect harmony.

Example: Teddy, with his soft fur and button eyes, grabs Ella Bella's hand and twirls her around the store, his laughter filling the air.

Chapter 4: The Singing Dolls

Ella Bella's ballet inspires a chorus of singing dolls to burst into a beautiful melody. Their voices harmonize and fill the store with a enchanting sound, providing the perfect accompaniment to her dance.

Example: A group of wooden dolls, each adorned with a different vibrant dress, join their voices in a sweet and harmonious song, their voices blending perfectly.

Chapter 5: The Prancing Pony

A mischievous pony toy named Prancy suddenly emerges from its box and gallops into the scene. Ella Bella and Teddy chase after Prancy, their laughter and excitement echoing through the toyshop.

Example: Prancy, with its shiny mane and prancing hooves, whisks Ella Bella and Teddy away on a magical ride through the store's narrow aisles.

Chapter 6: The Toy Band

A toy band composed of a trumpet-playing monkey, a drumming rabbit, and a cymbal-crashing mouse appears, providing a lively rhythm to Ella Bella's dance. The toys' music and her ballet create a captivating performance.

Example: The monkey, with its tiny hat and trumpet, blows a cheerful tune, while the rabbit and mouse keep a steady beat, their instruments twinkling in the soft light.

Chapter 7: The Magic Toyshop's Secret

As Ella Bella's dream nears its end, the toys reveal the secret that makes the toyshop so magical: it's the power of imagination. With imagination, anything is possible, even dancing in a toyshop.

Example: The toys gather around Ella Bella, each sharing their own unique thoughts and dreams, illustrating the boundless possibilities of imagination.