Beauty and the Beast Big Book

Step into a world of enchantment with the Beauty and the Beast Big Book, a treasured retelling of the timeless story that celebrates inner beauty, kindness, and personal growth. This edition, published in Australia by Learning Media, brings a contemporary touch to a beloved classic, honouring the original charm while embracing diversity and inclusion. Richly illustrated and presented in an engaging big book format, this version is ideal for shared reading experiences in early years and primary classrooms. The tale follows Beauty as she courageously ventures into a magical castle, where she learns that true love transcends appearances. With embedded teaching notes to guide comprehension and free, downloadable audio narrated by the author, this resource supports both literacy and emotional development. A perfect springboard for classroom conversation, this retelling encourages critical thinking about stereotypes, empathy, and choice-making. Beautifully crafted for today's learners, it's a story that continues to inspire and captivate with every page turn.

Educational Benefits:

• Encourages discussion around themes of acceptance, courage and compassion.
• Enhances vocabulary and listening skills through structured storytelling and audio support.
• Supports group reading dynamics with its large, accessible format.
• Promotes critical reflection on traditional narratives and character development.

Classroom Ideas:

• Facilitate character analysis comparing Beauty and the Beast's emotional growth.
• Use the story to explore the theme of appearances vs. reality through art or drama.
• Create a kindness tree in class inspired by the themes of the story.
• Incorporate a fairy tale unit, comparing multiple retellings across cultures.

Information:

• Ages: Suitable for Foundation to Year 3
• Measurements: 30 cm (L) x 42 cm (H)