num_pages: 40
description: Snow White had her Prince Charming and Victoria had her Albert. Who really knows how "grand" the Duke of York was? P is for 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 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.
language: English
title: P Is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet
titlecomplete: P Is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet (Sleeping Bear Alphabets)
genres: Nonfiction, History, Picture Books, Childrens
ratings_count: 130
series: Sleeping Bear Alphabets
publisher: Sleeping Bear Press