P Is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781585363063)

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.

Author: Steven L. Layne, Deborah Dover Layne
ISBN-10: 1585363065
ISBN-13: 9781585363063
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
Language: English
Published: 05/01/2007
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.11lbs
Size: 10.04h x 11.24w x 0.40d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 7
Point Value: 1
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 114878 / P Is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet


Review Citation(s):
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2007 pg. 308 - Marginal, Seriously Flawed