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Princesses Wear Pants Hardcover – Picture Book, September 12, 2017
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An instant #1 New York Times Bestseller, and the inspiration for the Netflix series Princess Power, Princesses Wear Pants is an empowering fairy-tale picture book from NBC’s TODAY coanchor Savannah Guthrie, educator Allison Oppenheim, and illustrator Eva Byrne.
In the tradition of Not All Princesses Dress in Pink and Princess in Black, Princesses Wear Pants follows the unflappable Princess Penelope Pineapple, who knows how to get the job done while staying true to herself. Princess Penelope lives in a beautiful palace with a closet full of beautiful dresses. But being a princess is much, much more than beauty. In fact, every morning Princess Penelope runs right past her frilly dresses to choose from her beloved collection of pants!
What she wears each day depends on which job she has to do. Will she command the royal air force sporting her sequined flight suit? Will she find her zen in her yoga pants and favorite tee? Or will she work in the kingdom’s vegetable garden with pocketed overalls for all of her tools?
Unfortunately for Princess Penelope, not everyone in the Pineapple Kingdom thinks pants are always appropriate princess attire. When the grand Lady Busyboots demands that Princess Penelope must wear a gown to the annual Pineapple Ball, the young royal finds a clever way to express herself. Penelope’s courage (and style choices) result in her saving the day!
In their debut children’s picture book, Savannah Guthrie and Allison Oppenheim team up for a savvy and imaginative story that celebrates fashion and girl power. Perfect for fans of Nickelodeon’s Nella the Princess Knight, Princesses Wear Pants challenges gender stereotypes in the name of individuality, showing girls it’s not how they look but what they do that matters.
- Print length32 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Grade levelPreschool - 2
- Lexile measureAD730L
- Dimensions9 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
- PublisherAbrams Books for Young Readers
- Publication dateSeptember 12, 2017
- ISBN-10141972603X
- ISBN-13978-1419726033
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About the Author
Savannah Guthrie is the cohost of TODAY on NBC, as well as an attorney and legal analyst. She lives in New York City with her husband and two children. She is the author of Princesses Save the World and Princesses Wear Pants.
Allison Oppenheim is trained in clinical psychology and is the mother of three. She lives in New York City.
Eva Byrne is an artist who specializes in fashion illustration and children’s books. She is the illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Princesses Wear Pants and Princesses Save the World. She lives in the Irish countryside.
Product details
- Publisher : Abrams Books for Young Readers; Illustrated edition (September 12, 2017)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 32 pages
- ISBN-10 : 141972603X
- ISBN-13 : 978-1419726033
- Reading age : 3 - 6 years, from customers
- Lexile measure : AD730L
- Grade level : Preschool - 2
- Item Weight : 15.7 ounces
- Dimensions : 9 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #104,688 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #154 in Children's Royalty Books (Books)
- #684 in Children's Books on Girls' & Women's Issues
- #916 in Children's Self-Esteem Books
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About the authors
Savannah Guthrie is the co-anchor of NBC News’ TODAY. She also serves as NBC News’ chief legal correspondent and a primary anchor for the network’s election coverage. Guthrie has conducted a wide range of exclusive and headline-making interviews, from presidents and prime ministers to some of the most recognizable figures in the world.
Guthrie’s work has been recognized with the Edward R. Murrow Award, as well as multiple News Emmys. During her tenure as co-anchor, TODAY has won a Peabody, and twice won Emmys for Outstanding Morning Show. In 2022, Guthrie was inducted into the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame, and she received a Gracie Award for On-Air News Talent.
In 2018, Guthrie was appointed ambassador for the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Hidden Heroes campaign alongside actor Tom Hanks. She also serves as an ambassador for Best Buddies International, an organization she has been involved with for more than nine years. Guthrie is a New York Times bestselling author for her books “Mostly What God Does,” “Princesses Wear Pants” and the sequel “Princesses Save the World.” She is the executive producer of the Netflix show, “Princess Power,” based on the book series. Guthrie is married to communications consultant Mike Feldman and the couple has a daughter, Vale, and a son, Charley.
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Customers love this book as a perfect story for little girls, with cute illustrations and well-written rhyming text. They find it empowering for young girls, promoting them to be whoever they want to be, and consider it a must-have for every little girl. The book receives positive feedback for its gift value and princess content, with one customer noting that Penelope is beautifully portrayed as a character.
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Customers love this book and find it perfect for little girls, with one customer mentioning it was a wonderful time reading it to their granddaughter.
"...Savannah Guthrie and Allison Oppenheim, have written a fun book for children with good lessons learned...." Read more
"We love books that rhyme! This book keeps kids engaged and has a good message, encouraging girls to be confident and do all kinds of things without..." Read more
"...Just buy the book, you won't be disappointed. Thanks Savannah for a great story!" Read more
"This is such a pretty book with a cute story. I loved the illustrations. My 5 year old grand daughter likes to play dress up in her princess dresses...." Read more
Customers love the illustrations in this book, describing them as cute and awesome, with one customer noting the sparkly accents.
"...The illustrations by Eva Byrne, are bright, colorful, and dazzling...." Read more
"Really cute and held 3 1/2 year old attention!" Read more
"...It is a lovely book, with wonderful illustrations. My favorite line in the book reads: She loved to sparkle, loved ruffles, too. &#..." Read more
"This is such a pretty book with a cute story. I loved the illustrations. My 5 year old grand daughter likes to play dress up in her princess dresses...." Read more
Customers appreciate the empowering message of the book, which promotes girls being whoever they want to be.
"We love books that rhyme! This book keeps kids engaged and has a good message, encouraging girls to be confident and do all kinds of things without..." Read more
"...We read this book constantly, and its message is just wonderful for little girls everywhere." Read more
"...I'm a fan of anything that encourages girls to be themselves!" Read more
"...Great message for young girls." Read more
Customers find this book to be a must-have for little girls and granddaughters, with one customer noting it serves as a great role model for girls.
"Great book for little princesses!" Read more
"Adorable book. Sweet story that is perfect for a little girl." Read more
"Excellent book for our precious daughters and granddaughters. Well written and inspiring for all ages." Read more
"Cute story, beautiful fashion illustrations, perfect for my dress-obsessed daughter who refuses to wear pants...." Read more
Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with its well-crafted rhyming text, and one customer notes it's a great read-aloud book.
"...The book is written in rhyme, and that is one of the best ways for children to hear a story...." Read more
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"This book is wonderful and a great gift for girls. It shows them that they don’t have to wear dresses to be a princess...." Read more
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"Was a Christmas gift and she loved it." Read more
Customers appreciate the book's princess content, with one customer noting that little princesses loved it, while another mentions that Penelope is beautifully portrayed as a character.
"...not only is being active and sporty ok, but being girly and loving dresses is ok too. So often books are one or the other...." Read more
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"Penelope is so beautiful in her character. So fun to read aloud. The character is so my daughter, who is now an elementary teacher." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2017The authors, Savannah Guthrie and Allison Oppenheim, have written a fun book for children with good lessons learned. Princess Penelope Pineapple lived with her brother Prince Philippe, their royal cat, Miss Fussywiggles, in a lovely castle. They were the children of the king and queen. Princess Penelope had lovely pink cheeks and beautiful brown eyes and swinging ponytails. However, what was more beautiful than the ponytails was her closet full of dazzling dresses and beauteous tiaras. But, Princess Penelope was an adventurous girl, and she liked to wear pants while partaking of all of her activities. She had many things to do. When you read this book you will discover how fortunate it was that Princess Penelope wore pants.
Adults will enjoy reading this book to their children.The children will be able to identify with Princess Penelope in her understanding of why and when it is necessary to wear pants. They will be able to give many accounts of when this could be true. The illustrations by Eva Byrne, are bright, colorful, and dazzling. They depict the adventures of Princess Penelope, her family, friends and Miss Fussywiggles. The book is written in rhyme, and that is one of the best ways for children to hear a story. The lessons learned are also an important part of this story. What fun a Princess who knows what she wants!
I read this book with my 5 year old granddaughter, and we both enjoyed the story and the illustrations. My granddaughter liked the fact that the older woman was able to change her mind when she was shown how helpful pants are.
Recommended. prisrob 09-12-17
- Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2018We love books that rhyme! This book keeps kids engaged and has a good message, encouraging girls to be confident and do all kinds of things without telling them that they can’t also be princesses and wear dresses which many little girls don’t want to hear. Whether or not you are interested in the message any kid can enjoy the story and the rhymes, if you are interested in the message it is an added bonus!
- Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2025Really cute and held 3 1/2 year old attention!
- Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2017I preordered this book back in February because I loved the way Savannah Guthrie talked about the book and the concept behind it. Girls are more than just pretty dresses and sparkles. It is a lovely book, with wonderful illustrations.
My favorite line in the book reads: She loved to sparkle, loved ruffles, too. "But I wear pants," she said " 'cause I've got things to do!"
Just buy the book, you won't be disappointed. Thanks Savannah for a great story!
5.0 out of 5 starsI preordered this book back in February because I loved the way Savannah Guthrie talked about the book and the concept behind it. Girls are more than just pretty dresses and sparkles. It is a lovely book, with wonderful illustrations.Perfect book for any little girl in your life
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2017
My favorite line in the book reads: She loved to sparkle, loved ruffles, too. "But I wear pants," she said " 'cause I've got things to do!"
Just buy the book, you won't be disappointed. Thanks Savannah for a great story!
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2024I love Savannah Guthrie, and she has hit a home run with this book. Princess Penelope has become a staple in our home, especially since the tv show has come out. We read this book constantly, and its message is just wonderful for little girls everywhere.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2024My daughter was in this phase where she refused to wear pants. I know, I know, just make her wear them. I did at times, but not without a tantrum that would ruin all of our mornings and it just wasn't worth it sometimes. This is literally the only time my daughter would throw a tantrum about anything! I kid you not, after reading through this story ONE time, and talking about how its okay to love dresses but sometimes a girl has just got to wear pants to get things done, and she now will wear them. We even had fun going through her pants collection that hadn't been looked at in quite some time. THANK YOU FOR THIS FUN STORY! - from a tired mama
- Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2018This is such a pretty book with a cute story. I loved the illustrations. My 5 year old grand daughter likes to play dress up in her princess dresses. She is learning to read. As we read it I showed her how every book needs an author, an illustrator, and a publisher before it comes to her! The author, Savannah Guthrie, is one of my favorite NBC Today Show hosts.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2020Adorable book. This was given to my daughter from a friend and it's so cute! I ended up getting the second book princesses save the world which is evenly cute. Rhymes a little with a cute story/message. Colorful illustration as well.
Top reviews from other countries
- Marg ZillaReviewed in Canada on March 28, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Very nice gift.
- isaacReviewed in Spain on October 27, 2018
4.0 out of 5 stars Very nice book
Great book and really interesting for kids
- LeighReviewed in the United Kingdom on June 7, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely book
Daughter loves it,favourite bedtime story
- RonReviewed in Canada on October 22, 2017
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Excellent book for my granddaughter!
- Mary dunneReviewed in the United Kingdom on January 8, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Very good