P Is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet (Sleeping Bear Alphabets) [Hardcover]

Steven L. Layne (Author), Deborah Dover Layne (Author), Robert Papp (Author), Lisa Papp (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 31, 2011 | Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up | Series: Sleeping Bear Alphabets

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 occasionsthe grand ball!

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About the Author

A faculty member in the Department of Education at Judson University in Elgin, Illinois, Dr. Steven L. Layne is a respected literacy consultant and keynote speaker, working with educators and children at schools and conferences throughout the world. With more than 20 years as an educator, Deborah Dover Layne has worked at elementary and middle school levels and has been a reading specialist. Currently, she is an elementary principal in Elgin. The Laynes live in St. Charles, Illinois.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Hardcover: 40 pages
• Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press (October 31, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1585363065
• ISBN-13: 978-1585363063
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 11.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #761,240 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Award-winning author and educator Steven L. Layne is the director of the Master of Education in Literacy program at Judson University in Elgin, Illinois, where he is also a professor of literacy education. He is a respected literacy consultant, motivational keynote speaker, and featured author at conferences and literary events worldwide. He lives with his wife and children in Saint Charles, Illinois.

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2.0 out of 5 stars It's okay, April 20, 2008

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This review is from: P Is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet (Sleeping Bear Alphabets) (Hardcover)

My 3 yo likes this book. As the person who has to read it, I find the rhymes are clunky and I thought the subject choices for some of the alphabet letters were odd. The art on any given page is nice but the style changes from page to page (one page will be cartoonish, one page a sketch, one page photo-realistic) and I personally enjoy seeing the development of one style of illustration through a book. The end result of the forced rhymes and varying styles of illustration is that the book is noncohesive and feels like it was developed one page at a time and then thrown together.

4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Book, November 25, 2009

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This review is from: P Is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet (Sleeping Bear Alphabets) (Hardcover)

I love the illustrations in this book and the different histories of Princess and other Royal Stories. My daughter really enjoys seeing all the different Princess (Some Real and Some from Fairy Tales.) I will probably buy this book for my Goddaughter and Nieces. Recommend for 3 years old and up.

5.0 out of 5 stars Not your typical picture book and historical information good for all ages!, September 11, 2008

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This review is from: P Is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet (Sleeping Bear Alphabets) (Hardcover)

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!