The Tale of Despereaux Deluxe Movie Storybook

by Candlewick Press

Based on the gloriously animated adventure The Tale of Despereaux, this first-class picture book features flaps, pop-ups, moving parts, and even a removable flip book! Children are invited to follow the adventures of Despereaux from the royal library to Princess Pea's chamber, the rat-infested dungeon, and beyond.

Kate DiCamillo's literary classic about Despereaux Tilling has enchanted children and adults around the globe. In this tale of bravery, forgiveness and redemption, one small creature teaches a kingdom that it takes only a little light to show the truth: What you look like doesn't equal what you are. Published in 23 languages, with more than 2 million copies in print, a New York Times #1 bestseller and winner of the Newbery Medal, The Tale of Despereaux is now animated adventure from Universal Pictures.

THE TALE OF DESPEREAUX is a trademark and copyright of Universal Studios. Licensed by Universal Studios Licensing LLLP. All Rights Reserved.

Genres: Childrens

14 pages, Hardcover

First published October 14, 2008

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Reviews

[Rachael Olson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fun version of the book the Tale of Despereaux because it is more suited for younger children who can have a clear idea about the different settings, characters and movement because of the pop-ups. I thought the illustrations were dramatic and exciting and the text wasn't very long to better engage readers.

[Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is slightly different from the YA book, as it's based on the film, but what makes it so good isn't how closely or not it sticks to the original but rather how whimsical and interactive the book is.

There are pop-ups, mini books that can be pulled out and flipped through or read, and beautiful pictures to go along with the interactive media. Also, there is still a story being told, as Despereaux still has to save the princess. And, of course, there must be soup.

This would be a really nice gift for a child or for a fan of the film; it can also be used as a way to move from just watching the film to reading the entire, original book off of which the movie was based.

[Nely · Rating 4 out of 5]

Despereaux was such an inspiration. He’s this tiny mouse who doesn’t want to live with the restrictions of his mouse society. He was brought to the castle to eat books - but instead wants to read the books. He was told never to make contact with a human - and ultimately falls in love with a princess. Despereaux is the bravest mouse ever to fight with a needle and a bit of red string. This is the cutest little mouse story ever and I guarantee it’ll be great fun no matter what the age .

[Mary]

Watch for a whole slew of cool movie tie-in books, pop, and promotional materials. Books and accompanying display launch October 14, 2008. Movie releases December 19! Let's continue our crusade since the very beginning of bringing this fabulous family read-aloud to every single child we can!! -Mary

[wanderinggene · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read with 5 y/o Una. Interesting pop-up book.

Notes: read the original book