Listen and Read: Sleeping Beauty

The parents of Sleeping Beauty accidentally angered a wicked fairy, causing the entire kingdom to sleep for 100 years. This rhyming retelling is a delightful introduction to the classic tale.

Format: Board book
Length: 12 pages
Publication date: 08 June 2023
Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Once upon a time, in a far-off kingdom, there lived a beautiful princess named Aurora. Aurora's parents, the King and Queen, were very kind and loving to their daughter. However, one day, the King and Queen accidentally upset a wicked fairy. The fairy was angry and decided to curse the entire kingdom.

On Aurora's 16th birthday, the curse came true. The entire kingdom fell into a deep sleep for 100 years. The King and Queen were devastated and didn't know what to do.

But, not all was lost. A kind and brave prince named Phillip came to the kingdom. Phillip was a true hero and knew that he had to save the princess. He searched high and low for Aurora, but she was nowhere to be found.

One day, Phillip stumbled upon a small cottage in the woods. Inside the cottage, he found Aurora sleeping in a beautiful bed. Aurora was still asleep, but Phillip could see that she was in danger.

Phillip gently woke Aurora up and told her about the curse. Aurora was scared, but she knew that she had to trust Phillip. Phillip took Aurora on a journey to break the curse.

They traveled through the kingdom, encountering many challenges and obstacles. But, Phillip was determined to save Aurora and the kingdom.

Finally, they reached the fairy's castle. The fairy was angry and threatened to kill Phillip. But, Phillip was brave and fought the fairy.

In the end, Phillip was able to defeat the fairy and break the curse. The entire kingdom woke up from its deep sleep. The King and Queen were overjoyed to see their daughter again.

And so, Phillip and Aurora were married and lived happily ever after. They ruled the kingdom together and were loved by all.
The King and Queen, in their benevolence, inadvertently angered a wicked fairy, resulting in a devastating curse that enveloped the entire kingdom for a century. As Aurora celebrated her 16th birthday, the kingdom fell into an eternal slumber. Devastated by this unforeseen tragedy, the King and Queen sought solace in their grief. However, hope emerged in the form of a courageous prince named Phillip. Determined to save the princess and break the curse, Phillip embarked on a perilous journey through the kingdom. Despite numerous challenges and obstacles, he persevered, unwavering in his resolve. Finally, after a long and arduous journey, Phillip reached the fairy's castle, where he faced the wicked fairy's wrath. With bravery and skill, Phillip emerged victorious, defeating the fairy and breaking the curse. The kingdom was awoken from its slumber, and the King and Queen were overjoyed to see their daughter once again. Phillip and Aurora were united in marriage, and their reign brought prosperity and happiness to the land. Their story became a legend, passed down through generations, reminding all of the power of love, courage, and determination.

Weight: 368g
Dimension: 196 x 203 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803707679