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An official Platinum Jubilee souvenir that explores the incredible life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth and how her historic reign has shaped the world.In honour of Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee 2022, this once in a lifetime history book for kids tells the story of a young princess who grew up to become our longest reigning monarch, and celebrates the achievements, people and places that have become part of her remarkable legacy.There is a treasure box hidden away in Great Granny Joyce's home, bursting with all kinds of things... A photo of a young woman wearing a crown, a map of the world, newspaper clippings, and so much more that reveal the great wonders of the last 70 years. There is so much to look at that little Isabella doesn't even know where to begin! Did you know that Princess Elizabeth was only 27 when she became Queen? Or that she made an appearance at the opening ceremony of the 2010 London Olympics alongside James Bond? And that the most astonishing inventions like the World Wide Web, as well as historic milestones like the first female Prime Minister of the UK happened under our Queen's watch?Delightfully playful illustrations, exciting facts, and information sidebars fill every page to tell the full story of the world's most beloved and inspiring monarch. Embark on this royal journey and show what you know with a surprise quiz at the end!Inside this beautifully illustrated history book for children, you will find everything from the Crown to the Corgis detailed here, including:- An exclusive quiz poster- An illustration mapping out the Royal Family tree- A timeline of the histories of the four UK nations- The story of the Queen's dedication to her country from wartime service during World War II to fundraising and commitments to the Commonwealth and wider world- A timeline of the extraordinary events in history, as well as the incredible achievements of people from the UK and Commonwealth countries that have taken place during The Queen's lifetime- Details of the 14 British Prime Ministers who have served alongside The Queen- A celebration of the amazing people The Queen has recognised

Celebrate Britain's newest monarch, King Charles III, and uncover his fascinating story in time for his coronation in this kid's biography.In honour of King Charles III's coronation, this once in a lifetime history book for kids tells the story of a young prince who has been heir to the throne since he was just three years old. But what do we know about our new king? Come along as we embark on a royal journey like no other...This incredible book traces Charles' life, from his investiture as Prince of Wales and his time in the navy, to his extensive charity work and now his accession to the throne. Going beyond just the basic facts, young readers will love learning compelling and lesser-known information, like before becoming King, Charles was a magician, plus information like what being king actually involves.Inside this beautifully illustrated King Charles book for children, you will find:- Fascinating facts on every page about King Charles III, the Royal Family and what being king really means.- Lively illustrations alongside simple text keep children interested and allow them to jump to any part of the book.- Each double page feature providing a different chapter of the king's life.- Important information about the British monarchy for parents and children to read together and learn about the King's Coronation.From the publisher that brought you Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration, playful illustrations, exciting facts, and age-appropriate text fill every page to make this the perfect gift to mark King Charles III's reign and celebrate his coronation!

Celebrate Britain's newest monarch, King Charles III, and uncover his fascinating story in time for his coronation in this kid's biography.In honour of King Charles III's coronation, this once in a lifetime history book for kids tells the story of a young prince who has been heir to the throne since he was just three years old. But what do we know about our new king? Come along as we embark on a royal journey like no other...This incredible book traces Charles' life, from his investiture as Prince of Wales and his time in the navy, to his extensive charity work and now his accession to the throne. Going beyond just the basic facts, young readers will love learning compelling and lesser-known information, like before becoming King, Charles was a magician, plus information like what being king actually involves.Inside this beautifully illustrated King Charles book for children, you will find:- Fascinating facts on every page about King Charles III, the Royal Family and what being king really means.- Lively illustrations alongside simple text keep children interested and allow them to jump to any part of the book.- Each double page feature providing a different chapter of the king's life.- Important information about the British monarchy for parents and children to read together and learn about the King's Coronation.From the publisher that brought you Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration, playful illustrations, exciting facts, and age-appropriate text fill every page to make this the perfect gift to mark King Charles III's reign and celebrate his coronation!

Delve into the past and explore the life and reign of Henry VIII in this fascinating biography for children.Learn about one of the most famous monarchs in British history in this biography for kids aged 5-11 exploring Henry VIII's life.Bright, playful illustrations and simple, age-appropriate text makes this book the perfect introduction to the infamous Tudor king. Henry VIII covers all the key moments in the fascinating man's life, from his struggles to father a son and the fates of his six wives, to the formation of the Church of England and wars with France and Scotland.This children’s book on Henry VIII offers:- New information about Henry’s life on every page, from his route to a divorce and the fates of his six wives to his military victories and his love of parties.- The third installment, after Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III, in the best-selling History’s Greatest Leaders series.- Educational information about the British monarchy for young historians.This biography for children brought to you by the publisher of Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration and King Charles III will supplement your child's learning and curiosity as it reveals the secrets of a larger-than-life king from long ago.More in the seriesAt DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here? If you enjoyed learning about one of Britain’s most well-known kings, then why not try other books in the History’s Greatest Leaders series, Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration and King Charles III?

Delve into the past and explore the life of Elizabeth I and the hidden truth of Britain's last Tudor monarch.The fourth book in this captivating series on British monarchs for kids aged 5-11, Elizabeth I reveals the life and struggles of one of Britain's first queens.Bright, playful illustrations and simple, age-appropriate text makes this book the perfect introduction to the last Tudor queen. From defeating the Spanish Armada to encouraging the arts in the age of Shakespeare, Elizabeth's 45-year reign is thought to be one of the most glorious in British history.This children’s book on Elizabeth I offers:- New information about Elizabeth I’s life on every page.- The fourth book, after Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III, in the popular History’s Greatest Leaders series.- Educational information about the British monarchy for young historians.This biography for children is brought to you by the publisher of Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration and King Charles III. It will supplement your child's learning, featuring one of the monarchs from history included in the KS2 curriculum and reveals the buried secrets of a queen from long ago.More in the seriesAt DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here? If you enjoyed learning about one of Britain’s last Tudor monarch, then why not try other books in the History’s Greatest Leaders series, Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration, King Charles III and Henry VIII?

Delve into the past and explore the life and reign of Henry VIII in this fascinating biography for children.Learn about one of the most famous monarchs in British history in this biography for kids aged 5-11 exploring Henry VIII's life.Bright, playful illustrations and simple, age-appropriate text makes this book the perfect introduction to the infamous Tudor king. Henry VIII covers all the key moments in the fascinating man's life, from his struggles to father a son and the fates of his six wives, to the formation of the Church of England and wars with France and Scotland.This children’s book on Henry VIII offers:- New information about Henry’s life on every page, from his route to a divorce and the fates of his six wives to his military victories and his love of parties.- The third installment, after Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III, in the best-selling History’s Greatest Leaders series.- Educational information about the British monarchy for young historians.This biography for children brought to you by the publisher of Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration and King Charles III will supplement your child's learning and curiosity as it reveals the secrets of a larger-than-life king from long ago.More in the seriesAt DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here? If you enjoyed learning about one of Britain’s most well-known kings, then why not try other books in the History’s Greatest Leaders series, Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration and King Charles III?