Duchess Sophie announces new project with very heartwarming reason behind it | Royal

Duchess Sophie of Edinburgh will read a heartwarming bedtime story about a lion who embraces his new glasses on October 10.

The move will commemorate World Sight Day.

Duchess Sophie said: ” Millions of us need glasses to see the world clearly. World Sight Day is a reminder to all of us to take care of our eyes, whether we need glasses or not. Our eyes are precious, and our sight is something to cherish and look after.”

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