The Princess & the Wizard

magical · adventurous · engaging

What do our readers think of The Princess & the Wizard? (AI-Generated Summary)

Children enjoy the bright pictures, funny rhymes and exciting changes as Eliza uses her cleverness to escape. They especially like that the princess is brave and saves herself.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Princess & the Wizard?

The Princess and the Wizard is filled with lively rhyming verse, colourful illustrations and a satisfying pattern of Princess Eliza’s attempts to outwit the wizard. It is an engaging read-aloud about courage, quick thinking and perseverance, with a resourceful heroine who solves her own problems rather than waiting to be rescued. The wizard’s capture and threatening tasks may unsettle very sensitive children, but most children aged 2–7 should enjoy this magical, gently perilous adventure.

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What is The Princess & the Wizard about?

On her birthday, Princess Eliza is captured by a wicked wizard. To escape, she transforms into various creatures (a blue fish, a yellow chick, a red fox, and a black cat) but each time, the wizard finds her and sets another daunting task. Can Eliza outsmart the wizard and return to the palace in time for her birthday cake?

About the author

Julia Donaldson is a much-loved British author who has written many wonderful books for children. She is best known for creating 'The Gruffalo', a story about a clever mouse and a magical creature. Julia often works with illustrator Axel Scheffler to bring her fun and imaginative stories to life.

Discussion ideas around The Princess & the Wizard

Being brave: How do you think Eliza feels when the wizard finds her, and what helps her keep trying?

Clever ideas: Which of Eliza’s changes is the most useful, and what other idea might you try in her place?

Changing shape: If you could change into one creature for a day, what would you choose and how would you use that ability?

Fairy-tale princesses: How is Eliza different from princesses who need someone else to save them?

Birthdays and kindness: Why do you think the wizard spoils Eliza’s birthday, and what would make a birthday feel special and safe?