Dance Educational Books, Toys

On Your Toes: A Ballet ABC

by Greenwillow

For ages 3-6 years

This astonishingly lovely alphabet book is really a very sophisticated introduction to classical ballet masquerading as a pre-reading primer, complete with preschool faces on some very accomplished (read more)

My Ballet Bag

by Elissa Held

For ages 2-6 years

If your preschooler is smitten with ballet more for the poufs than for the pli�s, by all means indulge her in all the fun without any of the realities of the hard work behind the dancing. Let her (read more)

Child's Daisy Ballet Slipper

by Capezio

For ages 2-6 years

Some of us are insistent: these are proper ballet shoes (in black, white, or the most classic ballet pink), meaning that no matter how much she begs, they aren't for going outside. Or to the park. (read more)

Hokey Pokey Musical Skirt

by Acting Out

For ages 2 - 6 years

You do the Hokey Pokey and you turn yourself about...Motion activated, this musical skirt plays "The Hokey Pokey" as your little dancer moves. Layers of pink and purple tulle make this a favorite (read more)

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The Story of the Nutcracker Ballet

by Deborah Hautzig

For ages

This enduring Christmas fairy tale comes in many editions for young and old. For preschoolers, we like this sweet and simple version. The story retains its magic and drama, but is easy for younger (read more)