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Waiting for the Queen

by Veronika M Charles

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An inspiring picture book about a young girl helping her grandmother's dream come true   In the spring of 1939 a young girl named Frances is chosen from among her classmates to present a bouquet of roses to Queen Elizabeth. Excitement builds throughout the day as people gather at the station to witness the Royal visit Of King George, Queen Elizabeth and the young princesses, Elizabeth and Margaret, but the long-awaited train does not stop. It continues on through the station leaving behind a puzzled crowd and a disappointed Frances.   Seventy years later, Frances watches William and Kate's royal wedding with her granddaughter Kara and tells her about how a long time ago, she almost met the Queen. Kara shares her grandmother's story, which leads to an amazing opportunity: Frances will present a bouquet to Kate and William when they visit!   Based on real events and accompanied by a combination of elegant illustrations and original photographs, Frances' story is unique and inspiring. Seventy years is a long time to hold onto a dream, and as she finally gives away her bouquet, Frances is once again that child from 1939, learning that dreams really can come true.… (more)
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An inspiring picture book about a young girl helping her grandmother's dream come true   In the spring of 1939 a young girl named Frances is chosen from among her classmates to present a bouquet of roses to Queen Elizabeth. Excitement builds throughout the day as people gather at the station to witness the Royal visit Of King George, Queen Elizabeth and the young princesses, Elizabeth and Margaret, but the long-awaited train does not stop. It continues on through the station leaving behind a puzzled crowd and a disappointed Frances.   Seventy years later, Frances watches William and Kate's royal wedding with her granddaughter Kara and tells her about how a long time ago, she almost met the Queen. Kara shares her grandmother's story, which leads to an amazing opportunity: Frances will present a bouquet to Kate and William when they visit!   Based on real events and accompanied by a combination of elegant illustrations and original photographs, Frances' story is unique and inspiring. Seventy years is a long time to hold onto a dream, and as she finally gives away her bouquet, Frances is once again that child from 1939, learning that dreams really can come true.

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