Prince Louis blows out his sister’s candle at Christmas church service

Prince Louis has risked his spot on Santa’s “nice” list with a cheeky move during a Christmas carols service at London’s Westminster Abbey.

The elf on the shelf wasn’t the only one watching as the young prince took part in the Together at Christmas carols service, which will be televised across the UK on Christmas Eve.

The youngest son of the Prince and Princess of Wales has become known for being a bit cheeky, but he was on his best behaviour as his mother hosted the event.

The five-year-old appeared to be fascinated with the church’s decorations, pausing at one point to closely inspect a Nutcracker soldier at least twice his own height.

Louis even kept it together as he and siblings Prince George, 10, and Princess Charlotte, eight, mailed Christmas letters to children less fortunate.

However, he couldn’t resist leaning over and blowing out his sister’s candle as the event wrapped up, making Charlotte burst into laughter.

The service, supported by the Royal Foundation, is dedicated to those who work to support families and young children.

A number of other royals were spotted in the crowd of 1500, including Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, and Zara Tindall.

The event featured special musical performances from top UK singers and readings from the Prince of Wales and actor Jim Broadbent.

The TV special will also include contributions from stars such as Andrea Bocelli.

The young Prince is known for his cheeky behaviour and funny expressions, which have led social media users to nickname him the “Meme King”.

His thunderous face stole the spotlight as he stood on the Buckingham Palace balcony during the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022.

Later, Louis was photographed sticking out his tongue and covering his mother’s mouth as she tried to get him to behave.

More recently, he played air piano during an appearance for the Coronation of his grandfather, King Charles III, which the internet labelled “iconic”.

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GLOSSARY

• inspect: look at something closely
• wrapped up: ended
• contributions: performances or appearances
• thunderous: grumpy
• iconic: something well known and symbolic

EXTRA READING
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Prince George’s jaw-dropping gifts
Louis’ antics steal the show at Jubilee party

QUICK QUIZ
1. What is the name of the famous church the carols were held in?
2. What did Prince Louis do that made his sister laugh?
3. What other cheeky things has Prince Louis done during public events?
4. What nickname has the prince been given for his cheeky behaviour?
5. When did Prince Louis play “air piano”?

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1. A royal Christmas
What is the job of these young royal children as part of the Royal Family in England?

Is a five year old Prince expected to be better behaved than a normal five year old child?

Why do you think these children and this family are so popular in England and why does everyone love seeing them?

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Curriculum Links: English, Personal and Social, Critical and Creative Thinking

2. Extension
How do you think Prince William’s and Catherine’s family Christmas would compare to your family Christmas? Share some similarities and differences.

Time: allow 10 minutes to complete this activity
Curriculum Links: English, Personal and Social, Critical and Creative Thinking

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