The Night Before the Nutcracker illustrator-Ruth Caroline Eger Her only solace was her

Her only solace was her late mother’s library of rare Starfield novels

Now meet the old dragon who swallows pretty much an entire kingdom

but that won’t stop her from heading off on another daring adventure

The stunning detail and perspective of Van Allsburg's pencil illustrations won this book the 1981 Caldecott Medal

The Night Before the Nutcracker illustrator-Ruth Caroline Eger Her only solace was herGet a front row seat and experience the excitement of opening night as young dancers prepare for a performance of The Nutcracker. This festive holiday picture book, created in partnership with American Ballet Theatre, is a perfect gift for young readers and dance fans.Twas the night before The Nutcracker and, sleepless in their beds,these budding ballet dancers are rehearsing in their heads. Children who dream of dancing in The Nutcracker will love