The Princess and the Presents

humorous · cautionary · engaging

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

Children enjoy the bright pictures, rhyming story and silly pile-up of presents. They also notice that Ruby behaves badly at first, and some find her hard to like until she changes.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Princess and the Presents?

We enjoy this lively cautionary tale, with its bouncy rhyming text, extravagant presents and bright, humorous illustrations. Ruby’s increasingly outrageous demands make for an entertaining read-aloud, while the story opens up gentle conversations about gratitude, greed and the importance of family. Some younger children may find Ruby’s behaviour frustrating, but her change of heart gives the story a warm, reassuring finish.

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What is The Princess and the Presents about?

Princess Ruby is the most spoilt princess you could ever meet. On her birthday, she demands so many presents that the palace bulges at the seams. But when the weight of her gifts causes the palace to collapse, trapping her father, Ruby realises that the most precious gift of all is her father's love.

About the author

Caryl Hart is a well-loved children's author from the UK who enjoys writing fun and imaginative stories. She is best known for books like 'Supermarket Zoo' and the 'Albie' series. Caryl loves visiting schools and libraries to meet her readers and inspire everyone to enjoy the magic of books and storytelling.

Discussion ideas around The Princess and the Presents

Ruby’s wishes: Why do you think Ruby keeps asking for more presents, even when she already has so many?

The best gift: What does Ruby discover is more precious than all the presents, and why might it matter so much to her?

Too much of a good thing: How can having too many toys or presents sometimes cause problems?

Being grateful: What could Ruby do to show that she appreciates her father and the people who help her?

Birthday wishes: If you could choose one special birthday present, what would it be, and what would make it meaningful?