The Emperor's New Clothes

Laugh along with the timeless classic fairy tale The Emperor's New Clothes, wonderfully retold by Susanna Davidson and delightfully animated by illustrator Mike Gordon. Part of the popular Usborne First Reading series, this humorous story revolves around a vain and fashion-obsessed emperor who cares more about his wardrobe than ruling his kingdom. When two clever swindlers arrive in town promising to weave a magnificent fabric that is completely invisible to anyone who is hopelessly stupid or unfit for office, the proud emperor pays them a fortune. Unwilling to admit they see absolutely nothing, the emperor and his entire court praise the non-existent outfit, leading to a hilariously revealing royal procession. Tailored with simple text and engaging dialogue, this charming early-reader edition helps young children build reading confidence while delivering a valuable lesson about honesty, vanity, and speaking the truth.