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The princess and the pea: and other stories

By Belinda Gallagher and Miles Kelly

Can a tiny pea uncover a true princess beneath a mountain of mattresses?

magical traditional enchanting imaginative

Genres

Fairy Tales Classics

What is The princess and the pea: and other stories about?

Step into a world of castles, enchanted forests and surprising adventures in this collection of short fairy tales. Meet a true princess who can feel a tiny pea beneath a mountain of mattresses, clever characters who outwit danger, and royal heroes facing unusual challenges. Each richly illustrated story takes about five minutes to read, making this book ideal for sharing aloud or enjoying independently. With familiar tales, magical settings and gentle excitement, it introduces young readers to the timeless world of traditional storytelling.

About the author

Belinda Gallagher is a talented author and editor who has worked on many exciting books for children. She enjoys making learning fun, especially through her popular non-fiction books and encyclopaedias. Belinda loves to explore interesting facts about the world and share them with young readers to help them discover new things every day.

Pages

40 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2011

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