Prince & Knight

Prince & Knight

book

2018

WISE
93%

WISE Score

4.9

Amazon

A charming fairy tale where the prince finds his 'happily ever after' with a brave knight instead of a princess.

Amazon4.9
Common Sense Media

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Screenwise Verdict

Prince & Knight is a breath of fresh air. For decades, we've had the same 'prince saves girl' stories, and this book finally lets a different kind of love take center stage without making a big, dramatic deal out of it.

It’s colorful, it’s kind, and it’s a great way to show kids that there are all sorts of ways to build a family. It’s not 'educational' in the boring sense; it’s just a solid story that happens to be inclusive. Definitely worth a spot on the shelf.

Age Fit

Perfect for the 3-to-7 crowd. It's a board book/picture book, so older elementary kids will likely find the plot too simple, but it's a staple for early childhood libraries.

WISE Breakdown
Wholesome
95

It’s a sweet, classic-feeling fairy tale that swaps out the tired 'save the princess' trope for a genuine partnership built on bravery and shared values.

Imaginative
88

While it hits standard dragon-slaying beats, it subverts expectations by reimagining what a 'perfect match' looks like in a fantasy setting.

Safe
98

Extremely safe. It’s a gentle picture book with standard fairy tale peril (a dragon) that is resolved through teamwork. No hidden agendas or scary content.

Enriching
92

Excellent for normalizing LGBTQ+ relationships for young kids without turning the book into a lecture. It’s just a story about love, which is the best way to teach it.

Parent Info

Why It Might Be Great

  • It fills a massive gap in children's literature by featuring a gay protagonist in a classic quest format.
  • The rhyming text makes it a smooth, rhythmic read-aloud for bedtime.
  • Stevie Lewis’s illustrations are vibrant and modern, making the world feel fresh rather than stuffy and old-fashioned.
  • It focuses on the characters' actions and bravery rather than just their identities.

What to Watch For

  • There is a dragon battle, which is standard fantasy fare but might be a tiny bit intense for the most sensitive 3-year-olds.
  • If you're looking for a complex, sub-plot-heavy story, this isn't it—it's a straightforward, short picture book.

Conversation Starters

  • "Why do you think the Prince and the Knight made such a good team against the dragon?"
  • "The Prince's parents wanted him to find a bride, but he found a knight instead—how did they react at the end?"
  • "What does 'happily ever after' mean to you?"

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