When eighteen animals accidentally (on purpose?) are invited to tea with the Queen, they need to use their best table manners. Of course, all kinds of mayhem ensue - but it's so much fun for the prince and his new friends. An opossum gathers sugar cubes while her young ones are tucked in her pouch. A giraffe collects macaroons with its purple tongue. And the poor Queen has an unfortunately close call with a porcupine's quills.
Despite the laughter that will be impossible to avoid (and who would want to?), this book does a good job of reviewing table manners. Cover your mouth when you sneeze. Don't blow bubbles in your drink. "Don't take too much, but always take the one you touch." By the end of the tea party, readers of all ages should have a pretty good idea of how to behave.
The illustrations are as delightful as the situations the animals create. An orangutan swings from the chandelier. A snake slithers down the table. A lion chews on the table legs (well, at least he didn't chew on the royal family). And the prince watches the entire thing with wide eyes and a happy grin.
Great for preschool and early elementary readers.
I read a copy provided by the publisher for review purposes.
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