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Lit for Little Hands: Pride and Prejudice

By Jane Austen and Brooke Jorden
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Lit for Little Hands: Pride and Prejudice introduces young readers to Jane Austen's classic tale with simple, engaging prose. The story follows Elizabeth Bennet in the English countryside as she navigates love, family, and society. Lavishly illustrated pastoral scenes and interactive elements like wheels and pull-tabs bring the narrative to life, inviting children to explore moments such as dancing at the ball or opening a surprising letter.
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This beautifully crafted board book is ideal for young children and families looking to explore classic literature in an accessible and playful way. Fans of Jane Austen and parents seeking an interactive introduction to timeless stories will find it especially appealing.

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Filled with interactive wheels and pull-tabs and lavishly illustrated, Lit for Little Hands: Pride and Prejudice is an unprecedented kid's introduction to Jane Austen's beloved classic novel.

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"To be fond of dancing was a certain step towards falling in love."
—Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen

Filled with interactive wheels and pull-tabs and lavishly illustrated, Lit for Little Hands: Pride and Prejudice is an unprecedented kid's introduction to Jane Austen's beloved classic novel. Unlike many board books that tackle the classics, Lit for Little Hands tells the actual story in simple, engaging prose.

Gorgeous pastoral illustrations transport the reader to the fields and estates of Lizzy's England, while tons of interactive elements invite kids to spin the dancers at the ball, care for Jane, open a shocking letter, and more!

Austen fans will be delighted by the book's attention to detail and clever use of original dialogue. And the book's use of super-sturdy board means everyone can enjoy this tale of wit and romance over... and over... and over again!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781945547355

Publisher: Familius LLC

Format: Board book

Date Published: 13 October 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Familius LLC

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by David Miles

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 164.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 16

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Brooke Jorden Children's Board Books Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Classic Fiction Jane Austen

About the Author

Brooke Jorden earned a BA in English and editing from Brigham Young University. The author of If It Fits, I Sits: The Ultimate Cat Quotebook, I Dig Bathtime, and the Lit for Little Hands series, Brooke is also the managing editor at Familius. Brooke, her husband, their three children, and their cat live in Cedar Hills, Utah.
 

  • David Miles is an illustrator, web designer, and publisher of books to help families be happy.

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