Ladybird Favourite Tales : Sleeping Beauty (P)

Sleeping Beauty is a classic fairytale retold in the Well Loved Tales series, now redesigned with vibrant inks and coated paper for added visual appeal. This timeless tale follows the story of a beautiful princess who is cursed by an evil fairy to prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall into a deep sleep for 100 years. The curse is partially softened by a good fairy, who ensures that the princess can be awoken only by a kiss from a prince.

The princess's parents, in a bid to protect her, have all spinning wheels in the kingdom destroyed, but despite their efforts, she pricks her finger on her 16th birthday and falls into an enchanted slumber, along with everyone else in the kingdom. Years later, a brave prince hears of her story and ventures into the kingdom, overcoming many obstacles. With one kiss, the princess wakes, and so does the entire kingdom, ending the curse and bringing happiness and peace to all.

This Well Loved Tales retelling is perfect for young readers and families, offering a magical story that children will enjoy as a bedtime read. The illustrations and simple, accessible text make it an ideal choice for reading aloud or for young children to follow along themselves.