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Why Kings And Queens Don't Wear Crowns
Little Olav, the new prince of Norway, finds that every time he goes out to learn more about his new country, he damages his crown and is punished, so he asks his mother and father to find a solution.
32 pages, Hardcover
First published November 30, 2005
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August 12, 2011
Written as a children's tale by Princess Martha Louise of Norway, this picture book illustrates what the title promises: why modern royals don't wear crowns on a daily basis. As a nice added touch (which brings some Norsk flair and adds a little extra background), the book comes with an audio CD recording of the Princess herself reading it
the story. I especially enjoyed the parts in which native Norwegians were speaking--then her accent really kicked in.
The illustrations by Svein Nyhus are delightful.
the story. I especially enjoyed the parts in which native Norwegians were speaking--then her accent really kicked in.
The illustrations by Svein Nyhus are delightful.
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May 6, 2014Young Prince Olav is very excited to get a crown of his own; every time he sees a picture of royalty he points and says, “crown”. When his parents are crowned the new King and Queen of Norway he is thrilled to receive a prince’s crown, he wears it everywhere! However, any time there is the young prince plays the crown is scratched and he is forced to sit and do nothing for days at a time. His parents, having come from Denmark to be crowned Norway’s new royalty, want to learn about the customs and culture of their new home. Prince Olav suggests skiing, which they attempt for the first time wearing their crowns. As you may have guessed the new skiers fell a few times, and even lost their crowns in the snow. When they are found, bent, scratched and missing jewels the King and Queen decide it’s best to wear them only for special occasions that do not involve physical activity; and Olav is allowed to, once again, be an active little boy all the time.
This fully illustrated picture book invites children into the world of royalty from a perspective they can relate to – another child’s. This book would work well for a story time read in grades K-2. It would also make a great resource for a country or heritage lesson/project.
This fully illustrated picture book invites children into the world of royalty from a perspective they can relate to – another child’s. This book would work well for a story time read in grades K-2. It would also make a great resource for a country or heritage lesson/project.
February 13, 2014
The author visited my college while I was there, and I heard her read the book and got a copy signed. I always thought it was a cute book, and now I've been reading it with my 3-year old daughter. It's fun to introduce her to a real princess.
August 15, 2010
I love true, family stories! This one was sweet. We got to meet this very accomplished princess a few years ago on her book tour stop in Poulsbo. Nice job!
June 26, 2011
This is a cute story about Danish royalty learning how to be "more Norwegian than Norwegians" by putting away their crowns and learning how to ski.
October 15, 2011
It's a cute little picture book telling the tale of a Norwegian prince. The illustrations are very nice. Apparently I'm related to the author, too, which is a plus for me. :)
May 21, 2014
Cute story, but let's use some logic: wear the crowns inside, but don't wear them outside. Whatever. I liked it.
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