Forty-two clear, accurate drawings (all in proper sequence) depict everything that goes on in a beginner's class, from lacing up the ballet shoe to executing the perfect arabesque. Illustrated instructions as well for proper posture, warm-up exercises, arm movements and much more. Inspirational, encouraging and instructive advice. Dover Original.
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Musical Instruments Coloring Book by Ellen J. McHenry Features 40 lifelike vignettes of young music makers — playing the cello, viola, guitar, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, concert tuba, trumpet, flute, French horn, snare drums, triangle, and more. Detailed drawings with informative captions.
Music Activity Book by Ellen J. McHenry Features 32 entertaining puzzles with musical themes, including follow-the-dots, unusual mazes, match musical notes and letters to form words, complete crossword puzzles, and more. Includes solutions.
Ballet Dancers Stained Glass Coloring Book by Darcy May The drama, elegance, and beauty of classical ballet are captured in this collection of 16 performance scenarios, including vignettes from Swan Lake and other ballets.
I Love Ballet by Cathy Beylon Join talented Catie and her friends at ballet school. 27 ready-to-color pictures show the young dancers practicing leaps, pirouettes, and other moves. For even more fun, create your own exciting ballet scenes with 26 colorful stickers.
Glitter Tattoos Ballerinas by Darcy May Love ballet? Show the world your enthusiasm with these 4 colorful tattoos of willowy dancers in classic ballet poses, each dusted with glitter for an extra-special sparkle.
How to Draw Ballet Pictures by Barbara Soloff Levy Aspiring artists can learn to capture the grace of a ballerina with this step-by-step drawing guide. It's easy to create 30 different pictures: dancers lacing ballet shoes, working at the barre, executing arabesques and pirouettes, and more. Includes blank practice pages.
Favorite Ballets Coloring Book by Brenda Sneathen Mattox Twenty-nine scenes from such popular ballets as Swan Lake, Petrouchka, The Nutcracker, Don Quixote, Cinderella, Coppelia, The Sleeping Beauty, and The Firebird. Informative captions.
Little Dancers Paper Dolls by Tom Tierney Aspiring ballerinas and young dance enthusiasts will treasure this enchanting collection of six little girl dolls and 48 dazzling costumes. Features a variety of styles, from Irish step dancing to classical ballet.
ABC of Ballet by Janet Grosser Clearly worded, abundantly illustrated little guide defines basic ballet-related terms: arabesque, battement, pas de chat, relevé, sissonne, many others. Pronunciation guide included. Excellent primer.
Ballet Sticker Activity Book by Barbara Steadman Apply 16 appealing images of boys and girls practicing basic steps, working out at the barre, and more to a backdrop showing a practice hall. Great sticker fun for young ballet fans.
Glitter Tattoos Ballet by Cathy Beylon Eight glittering images feature a darling young ballerina, lovely pairs of ballet slippers, a bouquet of flowers, and delightful declarations such as "I Love Ballet." A truly sparkling celebration!
Ballet Stained Glass Coloring Fun by Darcy May The drama, elegance, and beauty of classical ballet are captured in this collection of stained glass sheets. Sixteen performance scenarios include vignettes from Swan Lake and other ballets. Six double-tipped markers included.
I Love Ballet Fun Kit by Dover 65 stickers, 14 tattoos and stencils, 2 coloring books plus 4 stained glass coloring sheets, 3 different paper doll collections, and Twelve Ballet Bookmarks collection. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD–Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. CAUTION–Staples contain functional sharp points.
Ballet Princesses Paper Doll by Tom Tierney Combine the fun of pretending you're a princess and a famous ballet dancer with 1 doll and 8 gorgeous costumes. Outfits from The Nutcracker, The Firebird, Sleeping Beauty, and five other classics.
Ballet Class Stickers by Marty Noble Twenty full-color peel-and-apply stickers show boys and girls in traditional ballet costumes correctly performing arabesque, sissonne, grand battement, grand jeté, pas de chat, pirouette, more. Explanation of steps.
Twelve Ballet Bookmarks by Darcy May Young performers en pointe, bowing to an audience, in an engaging pas de deux, and more — on placekeepers attractively framed by floral bouquets and other appealing borders.
Ballet Stickers by Barbara Steadman For young ballet fans, 23 enchanting peel-and-apply images of dainty duos in tutus, soloists en pointe, and other enchanting little performers.
Ballet Stained Glass Coloring Book by Marty Noble Color 8 charming scenes of boys and girls executing basic positions of classical ballet and place near light for dazzling effects.
Nutcracker Ballet Sticker Picture by Carolyn Ewing Create your own version of a beloved holiday classic with background scenes of the Stahlbaums' living room and the "Kingdom of Sweets," plus 35 delightful reusable peel-and-apply sticker illustrations.
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD–Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. CAUTION–Staples contain functional sharp points.