Guinea Pig Classics: A Guinea Pig Nutcracker by Alex Goodwin and Tess Newall - Ages 4-8 - Hardback

Details. Condition: Brand New. Format: Hardback. ISBN: 9781526613325. Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing. Age Range: 4-8 years. Overview. A Guinea Pig Nutcracker (Guinea Pig Classics) is a hilarious, photo-illustrated retelling of Tchaikovsky's beloved Nutcracker ballet, starring a full cast of real guinea pigs dressed in miniature costumes. Written by Alex Goodwin with sets and styling by Tess Newall, this pocket-sized hardback brings Clara, her wooden Nutcracker prince and the terrible Mouse King to life in a way that's guaranteed to make young readers giggle. It's a perfect festive stocking filler or gift for animal-loving children and guinea pig fans of any age.. About the Book. As the curtain rises, Clara is opening her presents beneath the Christmas tree when she falls in love with a gift from her godfather Drosselmeyer: a wooden Nutcracker. That night, as the clock strikes midnight, the ordinary living room transforms into a battlefield, and the Nutcracker becomes a handsome prince locked in combat with the terrible Mouse King and his army of mice. Victorious, the prince whisks Clara away on a magical journey to a sweet-filled wonderland, where the beautiful Sugarplum Fairy dances just for her. This charming edition tells the world-famous ballet story exactly as you have never seen it before — performed entirely by an adorable cast of costumed guinea pigs, photographed on miniature handmade sets complete with dollhouse furniture and festive props. Playful, witty and utterly original, it captures all the wonder of the classic tale while adding a huge dose of charm and comedy that has made the Guinea Pig Classics series a bestselling favourite with children, parents and reviewers alike. At just 56 pages, it's an easy, engaging read-aloud that fits perfectly into a Christmas Eve box or festive bedtime routine, and it also works brilliantly as an introduction to ballet and classic literature for younger readers.. Key Benefits. A genuinely funny, fresh take on a bel