Belle meets the Beast when her father is imprisoned in his castle, but she soon realizes that he has kindness in him. They see past their differences and focus on what they have in common: their love of reading! Find out how their friendship evolves and transforms them both in this charming adaptation of the classic fairytale.

Includes three interactive game pages at the end of the story, where kids can practice reading comprehension, phonics, and simple math—plus learn fun facts about nature and the impact of community gardens.

Ages:
3-8 years old

Reading time
20 mins

Activities
3x 10+mins games

Stands out for
Castles, magic, beasts, prejudices

Start a conversation
This story teaches kids not to judge a book by its cover. It also highlights the importance of kindness and forgiveness. Belle forgives the Beast and encourages others to see past his appearance. Ask your child about a time when they learned that their first impression was wrong.