A gentle story provides the setting for this introduction to the wonderful world of ballet. A perfect gift for a beginning ballerina, the first five positions and other ballet basics are illustrated and explained. Every girl's favorite ballets including The Nutcracker and Swan Lake are introduced as well. Ballet is a virtual rite of passage for many girls and the market extends beyond traditional bookstores to dance schools. The package includes a 40-page hardcover picture book plus a fluffy, pink and white tutu trimmed with red ribbon rosebuds at the waist. The elastic waistband stretches comfortably from 16"" to 26"" (41 to 66 cm). Together, the book and tutu make this the perfect package for every little budding ballerina!