P Is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet

by Steven L. Layne, Robert Papp, Deborah Dover Layne

Snow White had her Prince Charming and Victoria had her Albert. Who really knows how "grand" the Duke of York was? P is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet gives an enchanting A to Z tour of the world of kings, queens, and the stories behind the thrones. Monarchs real (Princesses Diana and Grace) and make-believe (Aurora and Cinderella) are examined, along with their accompanying legends and histories. Topics include castles, crown jewels, ladies-in-waiting, and that most anticipated of all royal occasions - the grand ball Sumptuous artwork perfectly complements the majestic subject matter, making P is for Princess a visual treat for royal watchers of all ages.Steven and Deborah Layne also wrote the popular T is for Teachers: A School Alphabet, which received a Learning magazine Teachers' Choice Award for Children's Books. Well-regarded educators and literacy consultants, the Laynes live with their young children in St. Charles, Illinois. Husband and wife Robert and Lisa Papp are each established artists in their own right. Rob's previous work for Sleeping Bear Press includes The Last Brother and The Scarlet Stockings Spy. Lisa illustrated the Pennsylvania number book, One for All, and Eve Bunting's My Mom's Wedding. Rob and Lisa live in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1585363065
• ISBN13: 9781585363063
• Release Date: May 2007
• Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 11.2" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Not your typical picture book and historical information good for all ages!

I was truly surprised by this book! The illustrations are magnificent. Several actually look like photographs. Princesses Diana, Elizabeth and others are represented, but also royal terminology and information on lesser known rulers. This book looks like a child's book, but as I read this with my 10 year old daughter, I became very interested and learned many royalty-related terms and facts about royals including Ivan IV of Russia! (Yes, he's the 'zsar' in the book.) Don't hesitate to pick up this book for a child up to 12 years old, or anyone who enjoys beautiful illustrations and learning new facts. Note: this book is also an AR book of 7.0, earning 1pt. (This means that if your child is involved in this school reading program, they would need a 7th grade reading level to read it and take a test on it.) I loved it so much I'm off to buy more to give as gifts!

Love P is for Princess

A great book to read to your little princess - You can read one page at a time or a bunch at once! The illustrations are great, and it includes interesting historical facts as well.