The Queen's Lift-Off by Steve Antony - The Queen Collection - Paperback Picture Book - Ages 3-6 - Space Adventure Story

Condition: BRAND NEW Format: Paperback ISBN: 9781444934229 Publisher: Hodder Children's Books Age Range: 3-6 years Overview: The Queen's Lift-Off is the fourth hilarious picture book in Steve Antony's much-loved Queen Collection, following the Queen and her loyal astronauts on a lightning tour through space. Travelling at the speed of light, she zips from the Moon to Mars via Mercury, leaving no planet unexplored, all while wondering if she'll be back in time for tea. Bright, bold illustrations and playful, rhythmic text make this a joyful read-aloud for young children who love silly royal escapades and outer-space fun. About the Book: From the award-winning creator of The Queen's Hat, The Queen's Handbag and The Queen's Present comes a fourth instalment that swaps London streets for the stars. The Queen has already toured the UK and the world, twice over, and now sets her sights on the cosmos, blasting off with her trusty astronaut entourage in tow. Steve Antony's signature style shines throughout: clean, graphic illustrations rendered in a distinctive limited palette, paired with spare, witty text that rewards both quick page-turns and slower shared reading. The story cleverly ties into real-world space exploration, making it a fun tie-in for the anniversary of the first Moon landing, while never losing its comic tone. Each spread is packed with small visual jokes, from wobbling astronauts to a Queen who never quite loses her composure even in zero gravity. The repetitive, rhythmic sentence structure supports emerging readers building confidence with early independent reading, while the larger vocabulary and space vocabulary (Moon, Mars, Mercury) offer gentle stretch and learning opportunities. The humour stays warm rather than mocking, celebrating curiosity and adventure, making this an ideal bedtime or classroom read for children who enjoy stories about space, royalty, or simply a good giggle. Key Benefits: Fourth book in Steve Antony's bestselling Queen Collect