
Titles in This Set
Delphie and the Magic Ballet Shoes
Delphie and the Magic Spell
Delphie and the Masked Ball
Delphie and the Glass Slipper
Delphie and the Fairy Godmother
Delphie and the Birthday Show
Rosa and the Secret Princess
Rosa and the Golden Bird
Rosa and the Magic Moonstone
Rosa and the Special Prize
Rosa and the Magic Dream
Rosa and the Three Wishes
Holly and the Dancing Cat
Holly and the Silver Uniform
Holly and the Magic Tiara
Holly and the Rose Garden
Holly and the Ice Palace
Holly and the Land of Sweets
Jade and the Enchanted Wild
Jade and the Surprise Party
Jade and the Silver Flute
Jade and the Carnival
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780007975624
Publisher: HarperCollins
Age Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)
Overview
The Magic Ballerina 22 Books Collection Set invites young readers into the sparkling world of Enchantia, where four young dancers—Delphie, Rosa, Holly, and Jade—discover that ballet is full of magic, friendship, and courage. Written by former Royal Ballet principal Darcey Bussell, this brand-new paperback set gathers all four mini-series into one satisfying reading journey for children ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4). Each gentle, accessible story blends fairy-tale wonder with the everyday challenges of practicing, performing, and supporting friends, making this collection a lovely gift for beginning chapter-book readers, dance-loving kids, and anyone who dreams of taking center stage.
About the Books
Across 22 charming stories, the Magic Ballerina collection follows four young dancers as they travel between everyday life and the enchanted realm of Enchantia. Delphie's first six adventures introduce glowing ballet shoes, playful spells, and the discovery that talent grows through patience and practice. Rosa's six stories carry the magic further, weaving in secret princesses, golden birds, and a treasured moonstone, always circling back to themes of trust and self-belief. Holly's six tales add a whimsical edge with a dancing cat, a shimmering ice palace, and a sugary land of sweets, showing how imagination and kindness go hand in hand with hard work. Jade's final four stories close the collection with an enchanted wilderness, a surprise party, a silver flute, and a joyful carnival, giving young readers a satisfying send-off to their time in Enchantia. Throughout the set, Darcey Bussell draws on her own decades of ballet experience to capture the nerves before a performance, the thrill of a well-earned bow, and the quiet determination behind every graceful leap. The stories are written in short, accessible chapters ideal for children transitioning from picture books to early chapter books, with recurring characters and a consistent setting that builds reading confidence over the full 22-book journey. Themes of teamwork, resilience, and celebrating small victories run through every title, offering parents and teachers natural discussion points.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Delphie and the Magic Ballet Shoes — A pair of glowing ballet shoes whisks Delphie away to the magical land of Enchantia, where her very first dance adventure begins.
Delphie and the Magic Spell — A mischievous spell threatens a rehearsal, and Delphie must use courage and teamwork to set things right.
Delphie and the Masked Ball — At a glittering masked ball, Delphie learns that kindness matters more than knowing who is behind the mask.
Delphie and the Glass Slipper — A lost slipper sends Delphie on a gentle quest that tests her patience and her loyalty to a friend.
Delphie and the Fairy Godmother — Delphie meets a fairy godmother figure who reminds her that real magic comes from hard work and heart.
Delphie and the Birthday Show — A special birthday performance gives Delphie the chance to shine while supporting a nervous friend.
Rosa and the Secret Princess — Rosa returns to Enchantia and uncovers a secret that could change the fate of a hidden princess.
Rosa and the Golden Bird — A golden bird leads Rosa into a shimmering adventure full of music and mystery.
Rosa and the Magic Moonstone — Rosa must protect a precious moonstone whose magic could be lost forever.
Rosa and the Special Prize — A dance competition tests Rosa's confidence and teaches her that friendship outshines any prize.
Rosa and the Magic Dream — A vivid dream carries Rosa into a new corner of Enchantia where she learns to trust her instincts.
Rosa and the Three Wishes — Rosa is granted three wishes and discovers that the best outcomes come from thoughtful choices.
Holly and the Dancing Cat — Holly follows a dancing cat into a delightful mystery that blends mischief with ballet magic.
Holly and the Silver Uniform — Holly earns a special silver uniform and learns what it truly means to represent her dance troupe with pride.
Holly and the Magic Tiara — A magic tiara brings unexpected attention, and Holly must decide what really makes her feel like a star.
Holly and the Rose Garden — In an enchanted rose garden, Holly discovers a challenge that blossoms into a lesson on patience.
Holly and the Ice Palace — Holly journeys to a dazzling ice palace where a chilly problem needs a warm-hearted solution.
Holly and the Land of Sweets — A sugary, sweet-filled land gives Holly a colorful new adventure and a taste of teamwork.
Jade and the Enchanted Wild — Jade ventures into an untamed corner of Enchantia, discovering courage she didn't know she had.
Jade and the Surprise Party — A surprise celebration goes charmingly awry, and Jade helps pull the magic back together.
Jade and the Silver Flute — A silver flute's enchanting music guides Jade through a delicate and delightful new challenge.
Jade and the Carnival — A festive carnival becomes the backdrop for Jade's final, joyful adventure in Enchantia.
About the Author
Dame Darcey Bussell is one of Britain's most celebrated ballerinas, having spent nearly two decades as a Principal dancer with The Royal Ballet before retiring from the stage in 2007. She later became a much-loved judge on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing and now serves as President of the Royal Academy of Dance. Drawing on her lifelong love of dance, Darcey created the Magic Ballerina series to share the joy, discipline, and imagination of ballet with young readers, following characters who learn that every graceful performance begins with practice, patience, and supportive friends.
Why You'll Love This Collection
This complete 22-book set delivers a whole world of ballet magic in one paperback collection, perfect as a birthday gift, holiday season present, or classroom library addition. Young dancers and dreamers will love following Delphie, Rosa, Holly, and Jade through Enchantia, building reading confidence one sparkling adventure at a time.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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