The Inch Prince

by Russell Punter, Matt Ward (Illustrator)

This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, aimed at children who are beginning to read. When Mrs Ping's wish to have a child is granted by a passing fairy, she and her husband become the parents of a little boy who's just one inch tall. Issy, as they name him, doesn't grow any taller. But what he lacks in height, he makes up for in ambition. He goes to the Emperor and asks for a job. But is he up to the task of becoming a royal bodyguard? It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. It is a great value quality hardback with ribbon marker guaranteed to foster pride in book ownership.

Genres: Childrens, Fiction

48 pages, Hardcover

First published January 26, 2008

About the author

Russell Punter was born in Bedfordshire, England. From an early age he enjoyed writing and illustrating his own stories. He trained as a graphic designer at art college in West Sussex before entering the world of publishing. He has written over one hundred books for children of all ages, ranging from original stories to adaptations of classic novels.

Reviews

[Tandy Essel]

It's nice🤩

[Hm]

Goood💝

[charmaine]

inch-resting

[Sannro]

Barnet gav boken en 3:a. Lånade den på biblioteket.

[zhanghao]

A very heartwarming Japanese story

[Nadia Mcgowan]

The illustrations are gorgeous and the children loved the story.