Bibliography: http://storynory.com/2008/12/15/a-christmas-nutcracker/
Brief Annotation: Clara and Fritz have a godfather who makes inventions out of clockwork. He makes them a nutcracker doll in the form of a soldier for christmas one year, though it is ugly and eventually breaks. Clara loves it anyways, and even more so when it comes to life and proves itself as a hero.
Genre: Holdiay Fiction
Grade Level: K-3rd grade
Readers who will like this: Students who are looking for a holiday classic to listen to. Those students who play with toys and use their imagination with them.
Response/Rating: I would give this a 3 because I enjoy the toys and the holiday elements featured in this story and I also like the lesson learned that even if a toy breaks it can still be loved and treasured.
One question to ask before a read aloud: Is there a special toy or stuffed animal that you have that you treasure and wish it could talk?
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