1 / 5The Nutcracker: An Enchanting Pop-up Classic
The Nutcracker: An Enchanting Pop-up Classic retells E. T. A. Hoffmann’s story of Marie and her nutcracker through illustrated scenes and pop-up details. Its 12-page length makes it a brief story experience rather than a long edition of the tale.
At a glance
- A pop-up retelling follows Marie, the Nutcracker and the Mouse King into a fantastical kingdom.
- The listing describes intricate artwork and inventive pop-ups.
- The stated reading age is 5 - 9 years.
Reference price: €10.21
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Illustrations and pop-up details give the familiar story a visual, hands-on presentation.
- The short 12-page format suits a brief introduction to the story.
Cons
- At 12 pages, it offers a compact retelling rather than an extended version of the tale.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Templar Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 12 October 2023 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 12 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1800783612 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1800783614 |
| Reading age | 5 - 9 years |
| Weight listed | 290 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7.48 x 0.94 x 8.23 inches |
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
Customer feedback highlights the illustrations, pop-up details and storytelling, with customers also describing the book as suitable for children and useful for introducing the Nutcracker story. These reported strengths suit its illustrated, pop-up format and stated young reading age. Feedback also mentions writing size positively, though no detail is provided to clarify what readers appreciated about it.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the illustrations and pop-up details.
- Customers report that the story works well for children and as an introduction to The Nutcracker.
- Customers give positive feedback about the storytelling and writing size.
Frequently asked questions
What story does this book tell?
It retells the story of Marie receiving a nutcracker on Christmas Eve, who later defends her from the Mouse King and takes her to a fantastical kingdom.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 12 pages, so it is a brief retelling.
What age is it listed for?
The stated reading age is 5 - 9 years.
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