The Queen's Lift-Off by Steve Antony - Ages 3-6 - Paperback

Titles in This Set:The Queen's Lift-Off (The Queen Collection) Condition: BRAND NEWFormat: PaperbackISBN: 9781444934229 Overview:Step into The Queen Collection by Steve Antony with a space-faring twist. The Queen's Lift-Off leads the royal crew on a moon sprint across the solar system, from the Moon to Mars, as the Queen balances curiosity with tea-time. This paperback anchors a four-book set that pairs bold illustrations with playful text for emerging readers aged 3–6. Ideal for bedtime routines and read-alouds, the series invites children to imagine adventures where kindness, courage, and humor rule the day. Each page invites discussion about friendship, exploration, and joy of reading together. About the Books:Across The Queen Collection, Steve Antony blends whimsy with warmth in four picture books that are perfect for early readers and shared reading. The Queen's Lift-Off bursts from the page with a space adventure: the Queen zips between planets, planning afternoon tea stops. The tone stays light and silly, with easy-to-follow phrasing that supports beginner readers while rewarding longer read-aloud sessions with giggles on every spread. The Queen's Hat, a prize-winning entry, introduces the regal heroine as she navigates bustling streets with charm and mischief. The Queen's Handbag and The Queen's Present continue the playful tradition, each with a bold, graphic style and a plot anchored in friendship and generosity. Together, these stories celebrate curiosity, problem-solving, and imagination, while reinforcing early literacy skills—repetition, rhyme, and visual context that welcomes new readers. The four tales share consistent humor and a gentle moral arc, making this best-selling collection an ideal choice for parents and teachers seeking cohesive, engaging read-aloud experiences. The shiny foil covers add a special gift-quality flourish that children remember, turning story time into a keepsake moment. This set inspires families to explore themes of exploration, teamwork, and respect for others, while building confidence as children read aloud and follow narrative threads across multiple adventures. Key Benefits: Four-book set in The Queen Collection with shiny foil covers. Designed for ages 3–6, building early literacy through repetition and rhyme. Award-winning author Steve Antony; a gift-ready collection for birthdays, holidays, and classrooms. About the Author:Steve Antony is a British children's author and illustrator who has written and illustrated seventeen picture books and two board books. His work blends bold illustrations with approachable text for emerging readers. The Queen's Hat brought him widespread recognition, earning accolades; he is a Waterstones Prize shortlisted author and a Kate Greenaway Medal nominee. He is also the creator of the Mr Panda series, known for warmth and humor. Antony's titles celebrate friendship, courage, and curiosity, making complex ideas feel doable for early readers. Why You’ll Love This Set:A collection that blends humor and heart for young readers, with four stories that nurture imagination and early-literacy skills. Perfect for family read-alouds, bedtime, and classroom sharing, the Queen Collection makes a gift that grows with your child. Its foil cover adds delight on sight and shelf appeal.