'God Save the King'

Prince Charles has been heir to the throne since he was three years old, but what do we know about our new king? These wonderful newly published books will help children understand the royal family, celebrate the coronation and give us a little understanding into our new king.

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11 Books to celebrate His Majesty King Charles III in 2023

King Charles by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara and illustrated by Matt Hunt (Frances Lincoln), £10, JoJo Maman Bebe

  • Ideal for 4yrs +

From the critically acclaimed bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, children can discover the life of King Charles. As they follow Little Charles who always knew that, one day, he would have a very 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. Charles recognised that plastics and pollutants were causing harm to Earth, and as the Prince of Wales, he spent all his efforts championing climate justice and sustainability.

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Our King Charles by Eleanor Grey and illustrated by Rose Gerrard (Wren & Rook Books), £6.99, Amazon

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  • Ideal for: 6-8 yrs

Discover everything there is to know about King Charles III in this beautifully illustrated book: from his childhood as the first British royal to attend school, his efforts to protect and campaign for the environment, and his incredible charity work. Along the way, little readers will meet his beloved chickens, Jack Russells and of course, his very famous family. They will also get a little history lesson as they discover how everything from money to postboxes get a makeover when a new monarch ascends the throne.

Where's Mr King? by Ingela P Arrhenius (Nosy Crow), £5, Amazon

  • Ideal for: Baby- 3yrs

These award-winning Felt Flap book series are perfect for babies and toddlers. With just 10 pages (5 spread) little ones will discover friendly faces behind each colourful flap. In Where's Mr King?, they'll be on the look out for Mrs Tube Driver, Mr Beefeater, Mrs Cyclist and Mr King himself! And, as always the final flap has a surprise mirror - which is always a hit with the little ones!

King Charles III: Celebrating His Majesty's Coronation and Reign By Andrea Mills and Illustrated by Jennie Poh (DK Books), £6.99, School Badge Store

  • Ideal for: 5 yrs +

This illustrated book celebrates Britain's newest monarch, and uncovers his fascinating story (from the publisher that brought you Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration, that your children may have been given at school). Tracing Charles' life, 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. Going beyond just the basic facts, young readers will love learning astounding, lesser-known information like how before becoming King, Charles was a magician, as well as what being king really entails.

The King's Coronation: A Push, Pull and Slide Book by Marion Billet (Campbell London), £5.99, Amazon

  • Ideal for: 2yrs +

It's coronation day. The London crowds are on their way! This delightful board book will encourage little readers to push, pull and slide the tabs to join in with the King as they help him make his way through London in the royal carriage, place the crown on his head and help him relax after a very busy and special day!

The King's Hats by Sheila May Bird and Illustrated by Mark Beech (Welbeck Flame), £6.99, Amazon

  • Ideal for: 3yrs+

King Charles the III is now King of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth and he is finding his new crown just a little heavy to manage. But his good friend Tom the gardener is on hand to show him that kings must wear all sorts of hats and that he must be brave and allow himself to be the king he was born to be.

Amazing Facts King Charles III by Hannah Wilson and Illustrated by Chris Dickason (Harper Collins), £4.99, The Works

  • Ideal for: 8 yrs +

This fascinating book about Charles, his mother Queen Elizabeth, the Royal Family, his childhood, hobbies, home and his new royal role will please any history buff with over 100 extraordinary facts. As did you know? Charles once played the cello on TV and has a tropical tree frog named after him!

King Charles III: Biography by Jen Arena and Illustrated by Monique Dong (A Little Golden Book), £4.99, WHSmith

  • Ideal for: 4 yrs+

This Little Golden Book about King Charles III, former Prince of Wales, and the oldest monarch to take the throne is an inspiring read-aloud biography —and a royal lesson in patience—for young girls and boys. (Pre order - published on July 18th).

The King's Crown by Rose Cobden and illustarted by Rosalind Maroney(Ladybird Books), £6.99, Amazon

Ideal for: 2-5yrs

The crown's gone missing and it's nearly time for the Big Parade! What is the King going to do? Little readers will love this lift-the-flap, search and find adventure as they travel around the palace to help the King look for his crown. With easy to follow rhyming text for toddlers.

Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the King by Jane Riordan and Andrew Grey (Disney and HarperCollins), £7.99, Waterstones

  • Ideal for: 2 -4 yrs

This charming story takes place at a very special Royal Coronation. When Winnie-the-Pooh and Piglet lose Eeyore in the crowd, they come up with a plan to find their friend. Along the way they meet a Very Important Person and learn about the importance of kindness, helping others and new beginnings. This classic character children’s book will make a wonderful keepsake to honour the historic coronation of King Charles III.

Mr Men Little Miss: The New King by Adam Hargreaves (HarperCollins), £6.99, Amazon

  • Ideal for: 2 yrs+
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The classic stories of the Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. So it makes perfect sense they would want to celebrate the Kings coronation. The new king is visiting the Mr Men and Little Miss on his royal tour and everyone is very excited. In Happyland, Mr Happy and Little Miss Sunshine have planted a special flower display, while in Loudland, Mr Noisy and his band have been practising day and night! But will everything go to plan and what will be in store for the new king in Nonsenseland?!

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