Books with title Kids' The Emperor's new Clothes

Ming Da is only nine years old when he becomes the emperor of China, and his three advisors take advantage of him by stealing his stores of rice, gold, and precious stones. But Ming Da has a plan. With the help of his tailors, he comes up with a clever idea to outsmart his devious advisors: He asks his tailors to make “magical” new clothes for him. Anyone who is honest, the young emperor explains, will see the clothes’ true splendor, but anyone who is dishonest will see only burlap sacks. The emperor dons a burlap sack, and the ministers can’t help but fall for his cunning trick.

It's showtime!The Emperor is having a parade! He wants to wear a brand new outfit so he sends his advisors to find the best tailors in all the land. But are the tailors really tailors?Get your friends together and have a blast performing this lighthearted play written especially for elementary aged kids. This book includes the script, prop and costume suggestions, three simple songs, and even some warm up exercises. For approximately 10 - 25 actors.Other plays in the Showbiz Series:Stone Soup: A Play for KidsRumpelstiltskin: A Play for KidsThe Elves and the Shoemaker: A Play for KidsThe Princess and the Pea: A Play for Kids The Little Red Hen: A Play for Kids

Illustrated by the beloved creator of Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel, The Little House, and Katy and the Big Snow, here is a delightful version of the tale that boys and girls have loved for centuries. The Emperor himself, his court, and his clothes-or lack of them-are ridiculous as only the master storyteller Hans Christian Andersen can make them. Virginia Lee Burton added to this tale of fun her own irrepressible humor in pictures and design. This first edition features her original illustrations exhibiting her own lively concoction of remarkable spirit and beauty. The first edition of this beloved classic 1949 fifth printing is the one shown.