The Princess and the Pea

An early reader for ages 5–7 that offers an easy-to-read retelling of the traditional Princess and the Pea fairy tale.

It’s time for the prince to marry, but his family insists that only a true princess will do. The prince’s mother comes up with a test to find out if his pick for a bride is a real princess. Will the princess pass the test? With a low word count and charming illustrations, First Reader Fairy Tales provide the next step after decodables and offer fun and achievable reading adventures!

The First Reader Fairy Tales series features:

• Short text with achievable vocabulary to help build reading confidence.
• High-frequency words and simple dialogue for developing readers.
• Wordplay activities and discussion questions to support reading skills and comprehension.

 

About Capstone Early Readers
Perfect for kids moving beyond decodables, Capstone Early Readers use short, engaging stories, simple plots, and supportive features to help children build reading stamina, confidence, and comprehension as they grow into independent readers.

C.C. Oven is a writer and editor from Minnesota. She loves sweets, sports (watching, not playing), and the indoors. She does enjoy the outdoors if it is 68 degrees and partly cloudy with very little wind.