Beauty and the Beast

In this remarkable retelling of Beauty and the Beast, award-winning illustrator Pat Cummings creates an enchanted fairy-tale world flavored by the art, architecture, and culture of West Africa, while writer H. Chuku Lee stays true to the story of this beloved classic. With breathtaking palatial settings inspired by the Dogon tribe of Mali and dazzling costumes reminiscent of the clothing seen on Cummings's own trip to Africa, Beauty and the Beast becomes so much more than just a story--it's a visual and cultural experience.

When her father is taken prisoner by a fearsome Beast, Beauty begs the captor to take her instead. The Beast agrees, locking her away in his palace. Though he will give her whatever her heart desires--jewels, gowns, her own living quarters--she is forbidden to leave. Over time, however, Beauty sees the gentler side of the Beast, and an unexpected bond forms. But will it be strong enough to break a curse that threatens the Beast's life?

Supports the Common Core State Standards

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Amistad Books for Young Readers
Published: 02/11/2014
ISBN: 9780688148195
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 10.10h x 10.20w x 0.60d

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 12/02/2013
Kirkus Reviews 12/15/2013
Horn Book Magazine 01/01/2014 pg. 104
School Library Journal 01/01/2014 pg. 115
Shelf Awareness 02/18/2014
Booklist 02/15/2014 pg. 83
Kirkus Best Picture Books 11/15/2014 pg. 66
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2014 - Superior,Well Above Average

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 175737 / Beauty and the Beast
Reading Level: 4.2 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5