A beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book that explores the
incredible life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth, the longest serving
British monarch, and how her historic reign has shaped the world.
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
