In addition to the inviting retelling of the familiar story and the vivid illustrations that accompany the text, this lovely clothbound hardcover has a very special feature: On each spread, simply press down on the music note, and an excerpt from Tchaikovsky's score bursts forth, bringing the whole thing to melodious life! A wonderful introduction to the classic ballet, this keepsake edition also includes a brief biography of Tchaikovsky, a glossary of musical terms, and descriptions of the orchestral pieces, inviting kids to identify instruments and connect the music to the story. What a beautiful and mellifluous holiday tradition for kids ages 4 to 9! (AG)