To celebrate the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla on Saturday 6th May, we’re highlighting some royal titles for our adult and younger readers.
We're also giving you the chance to test out your royal knowledge with our short coronation-themed quiz. Why not ask your friends and family members to join you to see who scores best?
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For adults
King Charles III: A Modern Monarch by Alison James 16961 (Coming soon)
A boy born to be king, he had to wait 73 years to fulfil his destiny - the longest wait by an heir apparent in British history. King Charles III - A Modern Monarch looks back at his life thus far and how his childhood shaped him into the man and monarch he is today. His eventful private life, family heartache, his passions and achievements are examined in light of the kind of sovereign he would like to be, and is likely to be.
Coronation by Paul Gallico (14071)
Coronation Day, 2 June 1953! A humble, working-class family from Sheffield is desperate to buy train tickets to London to see the coronation, but doing so means forsaking their annual seaside holiday. After some scrimping and saving, and a family meeting in which the enthusiasm of the children overrules the reluctance of their long-suffering mother and grandmother, the Clagg family take the plunge and buy premium, champagne tickets for the big day.
For Younger Readers
KS1 - King Charles by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara (Little People Big Dreams Series) 618365
Little Charles always knew that,one day, he would have a big job to do. As the son of Queen Elizabeth II, he was a prince and, in the future, he was to inherit the throne of the United Kingdom. As a young man, he developed a passion for one cause; the environment. This inspiring book presents a detailed profile of Charles's life, from little prince to grown-up king
KS1/2 – King Charles III: Celebrating His Majesty’s Coronation and Reign by Andrea Mills 618369
In honour of King Charles III's coronation, this once in a lifetime history book for children tells the story of a young prince who has been heir to the throne since he was just three years old. But what do we know about our new king? From his investiture as Prince of Wales and his time in the navy, to his extensive charity work and now his accession to the throne, young readers will learn what he was like before becoming King, as well as what being king actually involves.
KS2 – King Charles III: A Celebration by Fiona Munro (Ladybird) 618370 (Coming soon)
This Ladybird Book celebrates the extraordinary life and legacy of HM King Charles III. Learn all about Charles' early years, school days, charitable work, climate activism, enthusiasm for architecture and his life as a husband, father and grandfather in this celebratory book spanning 70 years.
You can also check out our Historical Fiction category for more right royal reads.