Elizabeth I

Queen of England 1558-1603

Illustrated by Jennie Poh
Delve into the past and explore the life of Elizabeth I and the hidden truth of Britain's last Tudor monarch.

The fourth book in this captivating series on British monarchs for kids aged 5-11, Elizabeth I reveals the life and struggles of one of Britain's first queens.

Bright, playful illustrations and simple, age-appropriate text makes this book the perfect introduction to the last Tudor queen. From defeating the Spanish Armada to encouraging the arts in the age of Shakespeare, Elizabeth's 45-year reign is thought to be one of the most glorious in British history.

This children’s book on Elizabeth I offers:

- New information about Elizabeth I’s life on every page.
- The fourth book, after Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III, in the popular History’s Greatest Leaders series.
- Educational information about the British monarchy for young historians.

This biography for children is brought to you by the publisher of Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration and King Charles III. It will supplement your child's learning, featuring one of the most famous monarchs in history and reveals the buried secrets of a queen from long ago.

More in the series

At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here?


If you enjoyed learning about one of Britain’s last Tudor monarch, then why not try other books in the History’s Greatest Leaders series, Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration, King Charles III and Henry VIII?
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Delve into the past and explore the life of Elizabeth I and the hidden truth of Britain's last Tudor monarch.

The fourth book in this captivating series on British monarchs for kids aged 5-11, Elizabeth I reveals the life and struggles of one of Britain's first queens.

Bright, playful illustrations and simple, age-appropriate text makes this book the perfect introduction to the last Tudor queen. From defeating the Spanish Armada to encouraging the arts in the age of Shakespeare, Elizabeth's 45-year reign is thought to be one of the most glorious in British history.

This children’s book on Elizabeth I offers:

- New information about Elizabeth I’s life on every page.
- The fourth book, after Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III, in the popular History’s Greatest Leaders series.
- Educational information about the British monarchy for young historians.

This biography for children is brought to you by the publisher of Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration and King Charles III. It will supplement your child's learning, featuring one of the most famous monarchs in history and reveals the buried secrets of a queen from long ago.

More in the series

At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here?


If you enjoyed learning about one of Britain’s last Tudor monarch, then why not try other books in the History’s Greatest Leaders series, Queen Elizabeth: A Platinum Jubilee Celebration, King Charles III and Henry VIII?

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