"Olga is an orphan and a thief, relying on trickery and sleight of hand to make her way in the world. But it's magic, not thievery, that could get her into trouble. When Olga and her partner-in-crime Pavel learn of a valuable jewel kept in a secluded castle, Olga sees an opportunity to change their lives: a prize so big, they'd never have to steal again. But the castle is not as it seems, ruled by an enchanter who hosts grand balls every night, only...

This timely, bestselling novel about a military coup in Turkey told through the eyes of two children. It's the summer of 1980. Two children, one from a family living in misery and one well-off, form an alliance amid the turmoil. Through their senses, the cityscape unfolds its wonders, its rich smells and colours, as they try to make sense of the events swirling around them.

When the rest of the ducks turn on her little duckling, Ugly, because he isn't like them, Mother Duck sadly leaves him behind in order to protect her other children. With the help of some new friends, Ugly makes his way alone, but he doesn't know where he's going or what he's looking for.

An ugly duckling spends an unhappy year ostracized by the other animals before he grows into a beautiful swan.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and habitats of swans.

"A beautiful swan held captive by a curse ... A young prince who falls in love with her ... And an evil sorceress determined to keep them apart ... So sets the stage for the stunning and dramatic story of Swan Lake, a suspenseful tale of loyalty, deceit, and ultimately unfailing love. From the moonlight dances with swans to the twirling, whirling of the Swan Queen and her prince, this is the ultimate class tale reimagined by the New York City Ballet...

Text and photographs depict the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of swans in their natural habitat.

Presents an adaptation of "Swan Lake," the story of a prince who falls in love with a beautiful young woman who is cursed to spend half her life as a swan, featuring Barbie in the title role.

"When the ugly duckling hatches, he looks nothing like his family. Teased and laughed at for being different, can he learn to be brave and find some friends?" --

The two swans who live on Willow Pond build a nest, raise a family of little swans, and survive another season.