Beauty and the Beast (First Stories) [Board book] Dan Taylor

by Dan Taylor

"Do you love me, Beauty? Will you marry me?" First Stories: Beauty and the Beast is a perfect introduction to this classic fairytale. Push, pull, and turn mechanisms bring the story to life and introduce all the main characters: Beauty, her father, and of course the Beast! This well-loved fairytale is beautifully imagined for a new generation by children's illustrator Dan Taylor.

Genres: Childrens

10 pages, Board book

Published January 1, 2017

Reviews

[Vera Godley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now I don't know, but I think I would be a bit fearful if I was taken by my father to a huge house (think castle) and left with a beast. A big, furry, scary beast! But not young Beauty. She relished the fancy feast and saw his kindness. Beast fell in love with Beauty because of her happiness and laughter. Then the magical kiss that changed him from Beast to Handsome Prince.

A real fairy tale ending of happy-ever-after. An unrealistic story - but then most fairy tales are. I absolutely love the push, pull, slide, turn features. The books is bright and very sturdy. Silver Dolphin Books and artist Dan Taylor have done a grand job with this little book.

I received a complimentary copy to facilitate this review of my opinions which are freely given.

[Yalın · Rating 3 out of 5]

The story is difficult to explain to a small child in just four pages.

[Two BookWorms Blog · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you are hoping to introduce toddlers to classic fairy tales, these wonderfully sturdy board books are a good place to start.

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[Dallin Christensen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Even though it's short, it manages to capture the essence of Beauty and the Beast quite well. Dallin loves the slides on every page. And when we get to the end and her kiss turns the beast into a prince he always exclaims, "That's magic!"

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

There's a hidden fox on every page! How cute is that?!

[Miss Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

A toddler and up version of beauty and the beast with pull out tabs and stuff.

[Lydia Hess · Rating 5 out of 5]

So cute!

[Damita Perez · Rating 5 out of 5]

My daughter loved playing with the tabs in this book. She was full of giggles.

I'll definitely be trying to find more in this series!

[Giselle · Rating 4 out of 5]

So much better than the other Beauty and the Beast board book that I read last week. This followed the original much better and the illustrations were delightful and I loved the pull-outs! The story was still a little to shortened though. Just a few more sentences and another page would have worked wonders!

[Bonnie (A Backwards Story)]

Beauty and the Beast is a tale for all ages. Even the littlest fairy tale lovers deserve a good story! I have a three-year-old niece who is obsessed with books that have lifts and flaps and other things that make them more interactive. We're seeing the new Disney movie together this weekend for my dad's birthday (Poor Pop-Pop!!! Surrounded by girls who want to see this on his birthday...!!! ^.~) and I thought this might make a nice "souvenir" to help her remember the story!!!

Take a peek at how awesome this new board book from Silver Dolphin Books is!



I thought a video could show this book with all its interactive elements off so much better than a review could!









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Isn't it fun???



I love that it has learning elements for kids scattered throughout, including a cute seek and find for a wayward fox! 



I can't wait to see my niece's reaction to this version of the story!

If there's a little one in your life, this makes a great companion to the upcoming movie!

[K.L. Bernard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Toddlers along with moms and dads will have fun with these sturdy interactive board books. First Stories from Silver Dolphin Books teach toddlers how to hold books in the correct manner. They share favorite fairy tales and help to introduce readers to some of your favorite characters. Sturdy pages are durable and perfect for small hands. Special features include finger hole tabs that are easy for little ones to push, pull and slide. Vibrant images with lots of cool details can teach toddlers to recognize colors, shapes, animals, flowers and plenty of other objects. Easy to read simple sentences make these books and educational keepsake for ages 2 to 5.

[Mrs Mommy Booknerd http://mrsmommybooknerd.blogspot.com · Rating 5 out of 5]

SERIES REVIEW: These books are brilliant. They are fun and interactive and take the classics we loved as kids and made them accessible for new and young readers. They have found a way to simplify the stories and condensed them to four pages, with simple text and bright, vibrant and beautiful illustrations with tabs that the readers push, pull and slide. I know that every child is going to adore these fun stories brought to life through movement and engagement. I think these are a must for every home library and I assure you that your new and young reader will spend endless hours pushing, pulling and sliding their way to becoming a life long reader! I highly recommend these books to all!

[Cindy Mitchell *Kiss the Book* · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beauty and the Beast (First Stories). BOARD BOOK. Silver Dolphin, 2016. $9. 978-1626868977

Short simple rhyming text succinctly narrates these fabulous board books based on classic fairy tales. The pull tabs are very sturdy and they also cleverly extend the illustrations off the page. Utterly charming – I can’t wait to start gifting these.

Pre-K – ESSENTIAL. Cindy, Library Teacher
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[Stacie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This interactive board book is the perfect way to introduce your toddler to the hottest story in theaters right now, "Beauty and the Beast". In a very simplified format of just eight pages, you can share the story of Belle and the Beast. Each page has a moveable activity such as a slider or a turning disc to change the picture on the page.

Without going into much detail and using a rhyming scheme, a child can begin to experience the fairy tales so many children (and adults) love. Aside from the story and the vibrant illustrations, the child can also look for a fox hiding on the pages. In fact, there are so many adorable animals throughout the pages of this story including peacocks, hedgehogs, bunnies, and birds.

These high-quality board books will be a perfect addition to your home library. The interactive features and fully illustrated pages will keep toddlers busy in the car or during appointments.

[Gabriella · Rating 2 out of 5]

- Includes push, pull and turn mechanisms: interactive
- 10 pages
- Age range: 1-5 years
- Publisher: Campbell books
- Other known stories in series include: snow white, Alice in wonderland, jungle book, etc.
- Hard back book, thick pages
- good for young children
- cartoon like pictures