Young, E. (1996). Lon Po Po: A Red-Riding Hood story from China. New York: Penquin Group. Grades 1-5. Fiction.

Based on the story of Little Red Riding Hood, this version is sure to please your students as they compare and contrast stories. Beautifully illustrated with rich colors and panels, that will stimulate conversation. After reading this, your class will want to compose their own class version of this well known tale.

Steptoe, J. (1987). Mufaro's beautiful daughters: An African tale. New York: Lee & Shepard. (Illus. by John Steptoe). Grades pre-school - 3. Traditional Literature.

An African version of the Cinderella tale, complete with a King seeking a wife, self-centered sisters, and a snake. This book is another addition to your Cinderella library and is sure to inspire comparisons of other Cinderella stories.

Caldecott Honor Book Coretta Scott King Award

Martin, R. (1992). The rough-faced girl. New York: G.P. Putnam and Sons. (Illus. by David Shannon). Grades 3 and older. Traditional literature.

Students will connect with this native American version of the Cinderella tale from the Algonquin tribe. Complete with wicked sisters and the Invisible Being, instead of a prince, this version is a must for classrooms studying Cinderella stories. Beautifully illustrated by David Shannon.

Ketterman, H. (1997). Bubba the cowboy prince: A fractured texas tale. New York: Scholastic. (Illus. by James Warhola). Grades K and up. Picture book, traditional literature.

Cinderella modern and Texas style. Students laugh following this delightful tale with colorful illustrations, but suddenly notice that this story is strangely familiar. Use in your classroom study of Cinderella stories.


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