Retold by Emma Helbrough
Illustrator: Anna Luraschi
Year: 2004
Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd., London
Age: 6 and above
No. of Pages: 48
ISBN: 978 1 40951 820 4
It is delightful to see a classic packaged just right so children can enjoy it too! Thanks to the Usborne Young Reading series.
Meet intrepid little Clara, who sneaks in to take a peek at her grandfather’s present even though it’s just Christmas Eve. That launches her into a series of fantastical adventures which includes a battle against some mean mice, a visit with the Ice Queen and a trip to the Land of Sweets where dancers from around the world perform for Clara.
The illustrations are enchanting enough to pique your child’s curiosity and spur her on a fantasy trip, not that kids need any help in that area. :-)
Excerpt
“Clara, this is the Sugarplum Fairy,” said the prince. “She rules over the Land of Sweets.”
“I hope you have a sweet tooth,” said the Sugarplum Fairy, with a smile.
She led them into a grand hall, where the tables were covered with chocolate cakes, cookies and candy swirls.
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