Angelina Ballerina Board Books to Go! (Boxed Set): Center Stage; Big Dreams!; Angelina Ballerina by the Sea
Angelina Ballerina Series
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What’s inside...
This portable boxed set gathers three sturdy board books starring Katharine Holabird’s beloved mouse ballerina. In Center Stage Angelina learns to shine without showing off; in Big Dreams! she imagines a future in the great theaters of Mouseland; and in Angelina Ballerina by the Sea she stages an impromptu beach performance with friends. Each short story blends everyday preschool concerns—sharing, patience, confidence—with the magic of dance and warm family support, making the collection ideal for toddlers and early readers who love movement and make-believe.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
48 pages
Character compass
Angelina Mouseling
Henry Mouseling
Alice Nimbletoes
Miss Lilly
Discussion points
How did Angelina help her friends feel included?
Why is practicing important even when we have big dreams?
What would you use as props for a beach ballet?
How do you feel before trying something new?
Tip: Role play these questions
Act out Angelina’s dances together to build connection.
Relate stage nerves to first-day feelings at school.
Create a tiny home stage using toys to extend play.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Sharing the spotlight
Explanation: Angelina invites friends to take center stage too.
Real-World Application: Take turns during playtime or classroom activities.
Example Lesson: Practice builds confidence
Explanation: Daily rehearsals help Angelina reach her goals.
Real-World Application: Set small routines when learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Creativity anywhere
Explanation: A beach becomes a ballet stage.
Real-World Application: Use household items for imaginative play.
Example Lesson: Support from family and friends
Explanation: Parents and pals cheer Angelina on.
Real-World Application: Encourage siblings’ hobbies and celebrate efforts.