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Cinderella (As If You Didn't Already Know the Story)

Cinderella (As If You Didn't Already Know the Story)

Published in
2006
3.28
on Goodreads (625)

Description

I know, I know. You've heard the story a million times before. Mean stepmother. Lots of sweeping. Fancy ball. You remember. Or do you? Did you remember that Cinderella was such a nice girlso smart and funny? You probably would've liked her. Did you know that ';Cinderella' was just a nickname? And that her handsome prince loved Jell-o and was a wonderful dancer? Readers will delight in following Cinderella through all the usual happenings, presented in a most unusual way. And they'll finally see what becomes of her after she marries the prince. So maybe you should hear the story one last time. Because it's actually way different than you might have thought. . . . Kids who have outgrown picture books and are ready for something longerbut still love illustrated textswill gravitate toward this Cinderella, which was an IRA-CBC Children's Choice selection. Black-and-white silhouettes of everything from the ugly stepsisters to Cinderella's slipper (actual size) are intermingled with Cinderella's letters to her recently deceased mother in this totally original package. And don't miss the companion book to this fairy-tale reboot: Thumbelina, Tiny Runaway Bride.From the Hardcover edition.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
proficient
Length
99 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Fresh Perspective: This retelling of the classic Cinderella story offers a unique and modern twist, providing readers with a new way to engage with a familiar tale.
  • Illustrative Charm: Barbara Ensor's version is interspersed with whimsical silhouette illustrations that add a visual element to the storytelling, making it a delightful read for both young readers and adults.
  • Empowerment and Wit: The narrative voice in this retelling is witty and empowering, offering a more proactive and self-reliant Cinderella character that can inspire readers to take charge of their own stories.
  • Cultural Literacy: Reading different versions of well-known stories like Cinderella is a great way to understand how classic tales can be reinterpreted across cultures and time periods, enhancing one's literary knowledge and appreciation.