King Charles III’s Coronation

Charles will be crowned at the coronation. He will put on a heavy crown. It is called St. Edward’s Crown. It weighs as much as a brick. The crown is covered in gold. It has many jewels.  

At the ceremony, Charles will make promises. One is to make sure laws are followed. People in the United Kingdom will celebrate. They have a new king. People around the world will celebrate as well. 

What Do You Think? Why do you think people around the world celebrate the coronation in the United Kingdom? 

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