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Little Board Books the Emperors New Clothes

By Sims and Lesley

A vain Emperor’s splendid new clothes spark a surprising question: who dares tell the truth?

classic · engaging · thought-provoking

Genres

Fairy Tales Classics

What is Little Board Books the Emperors New Clothes about?

In this retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale, two cunning tricksters arrive in town and claim to weave the most exquisite garments, visible only to the wise. The vain Emperor commissions them to create a new outfit, but when he parades through the city, everyone pretends to see the clothes—except for one honest child who speaks the truth. This story highlights the importance of honesty and the courage to speak up.

Pages

22 pages

Reading age

Board Book (0-3)

This edition

2022

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