Most Popular Books by Katharine Holabird

Angelina Ballerina and Henry embrace the meaning of Christmas in this festive picture book! When Angelina Ballerina sees old Mr. Bell all alone at Christmas time, she decides to bring him some holiday cheer and asks her cousin Henry to help. Henry’s busy worrying about Santa Claus—why does he have to bring their presents in the middle of the night when Henry can’t meet him? But when he finds out there’s a real, live Santa Claus living in their town, Henry and Mr. Bell both get their Christmas wish! © 2026 Helen Craig Ltd. and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

Join everyone’s favorite dancing mouse Angelina Ballerina as she choreographs an enchanting dance recital in this adorable 8x8 storybook that comes with a sheet of stickers! It’s almost time for the spring recital! But when Miss Lilly sprains her ankle, Angelina Ballerina is asked to be the choreographer, which means giving up the lead role in the recital. Angelina is upset for Miss Lilly, but is honored to have been chosen for this big role. And as they say in show business, the show must go on! © 2019 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

Illus. in full color. Angelina longs for a lead in the Mouseland ballet, gets sick, and misses her chance.

Angelina loves being a big sister in this 8x8 storybook! It’s a beautiful Saturday afternoon. Angelina’s dad announces it’s too nice out to stay indoors, so they take a family trip to the park! At first, Angelina and her sister, Polly, have a great time riding the carousel, flying a kite, and playing on the swings. But then Polly starts to feel sad that her big sister does everything better. If Angelina can convince her that someday soon she’ll be able to do everything Angelina does, this can still be the best “family fun day” ever! ©2021 Helen Craig Ltd. and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird and Helen Craig.

Angelina is a pretty little mouse who wants more than anything else to become a ballerina. She dances all the time - even when she''s supposed to be doing chores or getting ready for school. Her parents are in despair. Then one day they think of a plan that changes Angelina''s life and makes her the happiest mouse in the world.

"Angelina Ballerina''s little sister, Polly, is starting school for the first time. Angelina wants to make her and the other mouselings feel welcome, so she puts on a special ballet show with her friends"--Provided by publisher.

Angelina Ballerina shows young readers all the ways to be a ballerina in this storybook! Angelina Ballerina does many things throughout her day that help her be the best ballerina she can be. Ballerinas fuel their bodies, so Angelina eats a healthy breakfast. They’re dedicated and determined, like Angelina as she goes to ballet school and practices at home. Little ones will see how ballerinas ask for help, never give up, and more! © 2022 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

Discover all the things Angelina Ballerina loves in this super chubby board book that’s perfect for sharing with someone you love! Angelina Ballerina loves lots of things! There’s her family and dancing of course—with her ballet class at Miss Lilly’s ballet school. And cartwheeling around the playground with her BFF, Alice. Fans of Angelina will love reading about everything Angelina loves (and probably things they love, too!) © 2019 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

The classic bestselling Angelina Ballerina picture book about Angelina’s trip to the big city is back in a beautiful, refreshed hardcover edition! For the first time ever, Angelina Ballerina is visiting the most famous city in Mouseland: the Big Cheese! She can’t wait to explore the city and perform her fairy ballet. But her cousin Jeanie tells Angelina that tap dancing is much better than ballet. Can the two girls overcome their differences and learn to work together in time for the big show? © 2023 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

"It''s a busy day for Angelina Ballerina! When one task leads to an adventure across Chipping Cheddar, Angelina dances her way across the village and helps everyone she meets. Readers can follow along on Angelina''s journey using the map at the end of the book!"--From the publisher''s web site.

Angelina is very excited; she is going to be head flower princess in the big recital. She practices like crazy and feels confident on the night of the performance. But—oh, no!—Angelina gets the hiccups. She tries everything but they just won''t stop. Unless she finds a way to cure them, Angelina will be pirouetting—and hiccupping— across the stage! Find out if the show goes on for Angelina Ballerina in this first All Aboard Reader!

Nervous about her big dance performance the next day, Angelina Ballerina goes through a comforting bedtime routine with her parents that eases her worries and brings her sweet dreams.

Angelina scores the lead in her school play! Little girls will love reading aloud with this Level 2 Penguin Young Reader about Angelina Ballerina''s adventures as the lead in her school''s ballet. The easy-to-read text and vibrant illustrations bring the sweet, episode-based story to life. Lace up your ballet shoes and read along with Angelina!

Angelina finally gets a grown-up role in a musical play, but she gets jealous when Cousin Henry gets all the attention. Full-color illustrations.

Angelina Ballerina finds love in many experiences in this story that celebrates everyday joys. Love is… Love is a perfect twirl after a lot of practice. Love is a sweet cupcake to share with a friend. Love is a family picnic on a warm summer day. Love is a final curtsy on a big stage. Join Angelina as she shares all the things she loves—her friends, her family, and of course, dancing—in a heartfelt message to little dancers and big dreamers just like her! © 2026 Helen Craig Ltd. and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

Camembert Academy is holding its annual talent show, and Angelina is determined to win the glittery, sparkly Shining Star trophy! Problem is, she''s been so busy helping her friends perfect their pieces, she hasn''t had time to rehearse her own. In the end, she performs the thing she knows best - ballet - and wows the judges! This 8 x 8 comes with a page of stickers and a Shining Star certificate that kids can pull out and hang up to celebrate their own talents!

Angelina twirls her way back to ballet school and learns to overcome her stumbles in this 8x8 storybook featuring foil on the cover! Angelina can’t wait to go to Miss Lilly’s Ballet School again after summer break. But then Angelina accidentally embarrasses herself in front of the whole class, and suddenly, she isn’t so enthusiastic about returning to ballet school anymore. With the encouragement of her family and friends, Angelina learns that everyone makes mistakes, but that shouldn’t stop her from doing what she loves most: dancing! © 2021 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

Pirouette into Angelina Ballerina’s enchanting world with this adorable board book about Angelina’s wonderful day—a day full of dancing! Today is a dancing day for Angelina! She brushes her teeth while practicing her pliés, she points her toes while she eats breakfast, and she leaps across the schoolyard. Soon it’s her favorite time of day—ballet class! But the dancing doesn’t stop there…Angelina’s family takes her to a real ballet performance with many more special treats to follow. It is a cozy end to a very happy day because the only thing better than dancing is being with family! © 2020 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

Angelina and her best friend Alice happily ride their bicycles to the store to buy birthday party decorations. As they race home, Angelina hits a rock and breaks her treasured bike. Will Angelina''s birthday be ruined? Or will it be the most surprising one ever?

Join Angelina Ballerina and dance all around the lovely town of Chipping Cheddar as she and her friends gather for a summer festival in this shaped 8x8 storybook with a sparkly cover—perfect for ballerinas of all ages! Angelina Ballerina and her friends are so excited for the summer festival in the town square! Come along as Angelina introduces us to all of her favorite mouselings! We’ll meet: Angelina’s best friend, Alice; ballet teacher, Miss Lilly; Miss Quaver, the ballet school pianist; her mom, dad, and sister, Polly; her cousin, Henry; Mrs. Thimble, a local store owner; and Angelina’s neighbor, Mrs. Hodgepodge, who is NOT a fan of dancing! With Katharine Holabird’s lively writing and Helen Craig’s charming illustrations, Angelina Ballerina will have young readers leaping with delight. © 2020 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.