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Usborne Little Board Books: The Princess and the Pea

By Lesley Sims

Can a storm-soaked stranger prove she’s truly royal without revealing her secret?

charming · engaging · delightful

Genres

Classics Fairy Tales

What is Usborne Little Board Books: The Princess and the Pea about?

In this delightful retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale, a prince seeks a true princess to marry. One stormy night, a young woman arrives at the castle, claiming to be a princess. To test her authenticity, the queen places a tiny pea beneath a towering stack of mattresses. Only a real princess would feel the pea and have a sleepless night. This charming story, with its beautiful illustrations and engaging narrative, is perfect for introducing young children to the magic of fairy tales.

About the author

Lesley Sims is a talented author who has written many exciting books for children. She is well known for her retellings of classic stories, such as 'The Princess and the Pea' and 'The Nutcracker'. Lesley enjoys making stories fun and easy to read, so that everyone can enjoy the magic of reading.

Pages

20 pages

Reading age

Board Book (0-3)

This edition

2022

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