Beauty and the Beast Collectible Pop Up Book

Beauty & the Beast: A Pop-up Book of the Classic Fairy Tale

By Robert Sabuda

Illustrated by: Robert Sabuda

Reading level: Ages 4-8
Hardcover: 12 pages
Publisher: Little Simon; Pop edition (October 19, 2010)
Language: English
List Price: $29.99

Description: Even more innovative than his last, Robert Sabuda will captivate all with his latest pop-up masterpiece, Beauty and the Beast! 

True love blooms in this three-dimensional adaptation of a beloved fairy tale. Amazing paper structures and classically styled artwork lead readers through a magical tale. Magnificent pop-ups of a life-like Beast, a mysterious castle and a spectacular rose garden make this all-new pop-up masterpiece a must-have for your family's library.

My take: Have you ever read "Beauty and the Beast?"  The original story I mean, not Disney's version.  I hadn't until I received this gorgeous book to read and review.  I know what you are thinking too - with a pop up book there can't be much of a story there as pop-up books tend to use all their space for pop-ups and very little is left for words.  Not so here.  This book is a beautiful piece of art to be sure - but the pop-ups are so cleverly integrated into the story, there is plenty of room for the whole tale (and it's a long one - don't start reading it just before bedtime or you'll run out of time.  Just sayin').  Each page has multiple pop-ups in multiple places - this book is absolutely amazing - a must see to be believed.  My daughter and I read it in the doctor's office waiting room (where we definitely had enough time grumble, grumble) and enjoyed every minute of our wait.  Now how many times can you say THAT about a doctor's office?  This would make an excellent Hanukkah or Christmas present - check it out today!  It's certainly not "your mother's" pop-up book. 

The giveaway: Win your very own copy of Beauty and the Beast: A Pop-up Book of the Classic Fairy Tale!

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