Book cover of 'My First Story Orchestra Swan Lake' with a purple background and white swan illustration. Haliburtons & Co.

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Frances Lincoln

My First Story Orchestra: Swan Lake

£9.99

Beautifully Illustrated
Developmental Benefits

Swans gliding across moonlit water, a prince enchanted by a graceful dancer. This board book brings Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake to the very youngest listeners through six sound buttons and Jessica Courtney-Tickle's glistening winter landscapes. Simple text circles on each page guide toddlers through the story whilst they press to hear real orchestral excerpts.

The Swan Queen transforms as night falls, capturing hearts through dance. Sturdy board pages stand up to enthusiastic little hands, whilst the soothing natural scenes create a gentle introduction to ballet storytelling. Each 10-second musical clip connects directly to the magic unfolding on the page—perfect for bedtime or quiet moments together.

Book details:

6 sound buttons with Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake orchestral music
14 sturdy board pages for babies and toddlers
Simple text in circles for easy shared reading

Suitable for children aged 18 months and up

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Further Information

What's Included: 14-page board book with 6 sound buttons (10-second orchestral clips from Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake), on/off switch to conserve battery, simplified ballet story with text in circles.

About the Series: "My First Story Orchestra" brings classical music to children aged 0-3 through board book format. Simplified from the full Story Orchestra series, designed specifically for babies and toddlers. Also available: My First Story Orchestra: The Nutcracker.

About the Illustrator: Jessica Courtney-Tickle, Cambridge-based illustrator who graduated from Kingston University. Known for nature-focused illustrations, theatre scenes, and vintage picture book style.

The Story: Simplified retelling of Swan Lake—swans glide across the lake by day, dance under moonlight at night. The Swan Queen transforms and captures the Prince's heart. Gentle, soothing narrative perfect for youngest listeners.

How to Use: Pull white tab from back before first use. Flick switch to ON position. Press mesh buttons on each page to hear music. Turn OFF between uses to conserve battery. Best as shared reading experience with adult and child together.

Format: Sturdy board book construction withstands enthusiastic toddler handling. Simple text layout and glistening wintery illustrations create calm, engaging experience.

Product Specifications

ISBN: 9780711295469

Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Illustrator: Jessica Courtney-Tickle

Format: Board book with embedded sound board

Pages: 14

Dimensions: Approximately 168mm (w) × 171mm (h) × 15mm (d)

Age Range: 18 months and up (0-3 years)

Language: English

Series: My First Story Orchestra

Publication Date: September 2024

Features: 6 sound buttons with orchestral clips (10 sec

Delivery & Returns

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Standard Delivery: £3.95 Within 2-4 working days via Royal Mail Tracked 48.

Priority Delivery: £5.95 Within 1-2 working days via Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Free Standard Delivery Orders over £65 qualify for complimentary standard delivery.

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Our Promise to You

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What we need: Your item should be in the same lovely condition it arrived in – unused, with any tags, and in its original packaging. We'll also need your order number or receipt.

Send it back: Once we've arranged your return, we'll email you a free prepaid return label and clear instructions.

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Frances Lincoln

Since 1983, Frances Lincoln Children's Books has championed beautifully illustrated titles that celebrate cultural diversity and visual storytelling. Working with innovative illustrators like Jessica Courtney-Tickle and award winners including David Litchfield, they create books that honour different voices, traditions, and perspectives. Their Story Orchestra series introduces children to classical music through interactive sound buttons and richly detailed illustrations, while the multi-million copy Little People, BIG DREAMS series brings inspiring historical figures to life for young readers. With recognition including multiple Waterstones Children's Book Prize wins, Frances Lincoln represents publishing that values both artistic excellence and inclusive representation.

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