Chinese Cinderella: The Ancient Story of Yeh-Shen · A Multicultural Fairy Tale Retold for Little Readers · Ages 3–6 (Timeless Princess Stories)($12.99Value)

Description

Long before glass slippers, there was a golden one. Chinese Cinderella brings you Yeh-Shen — the ancient Chinese fairy tale that was told over a thousand years before the story we know today, making it the original Cinderella of all stories. Yeh-Shen is a gentle, kind girl who is treated unkindly by her stepmother. With the help of a magical fish and a tiny golden slipper, her true worth is finally seen by the world. This warm retelling gives young readers a non-traditional Cinderella story rooted in real history — one that feels both wonderfully new and deeply familiar. Written in simple, joyful language for ages 3–6, this book joins the finest resilience books for children, gently showing that being kind and true to yourself is always enough. It sits alongside the most beloved folk tales about kindness on any family bookshelf. One of the most beautiful multicultural picture books available for young readers, Chinese Cinderella opens a window into ancient China — its magic, its heart, and its timeless wisdom. A perfect read-aloud for Asian Heritage Month and a wonderful gift any time of year, this is a story that children will ask to hear again and again.