In cooperative groups students could create a PowerPoint slide show featuring their own versions of Cinderella. It could also be used when discussing responsibility, caring, and trustworthiness. This book is multicultural, and it would be a good way to introduce Creole customs, values, and beliefs in the curriculum when studying cultures. It is an interesting book because it varies from the classic Cinderella and you want to keep reading to find out how it ends.
Does this sound familiar? Blanche doesn’t get swept away by Prince Charming, but through her innate goodness she is given riches that her sister, because of her wickedness and selfish decisions, does not share. Poor little Blanche must do all the chores. One day Blanche befriends a hideous old 'aunty' on a path near her home and is rewarded with magic eggs. Unfortunately, their mother is also ill-tempered, and she favors Rose. San Souci and Illustrated by Jerry Pinkney In an adaptation of a Creole folktale, Blanche is kind, loving and patient, but her older sister Rose takes after their mean, sneaky mother. The other sister, Blanche, is sweet tempered, hard working, and good. One sister, Rose, is selfish, mean, and lazy. Phrases such as, “They lived on a farm so poor it looked like the ta il end of bad luck.” are peppered throughout this vibrant tale about two sisters.
By listening to the words, their sound and rhythm, you immediately imagine yourself in the deep south. The rich, colorful language makes it easy to read. They will certainly recognize strains of Cinderella in this adapted Creole folktale. The book is listed as appropriate for children ages four through eight, but older children will enjoy this story too. It is no wonder that this picture book won numerous awards, including: Caldecott Honor Book, Coretta Scott King Award Honor Book, American Library Association Notable Book, Bookklist Children’s Editors’ Choice, Parents’ Choice Award, and American Bookseller Pick of the Lists. I have read this book to numerous classrooms, and they all asked for it again and again.
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