Cendrillon a caribbean cinderella ebook

Cendrillion by Robert D. San Souci is a story that is another version of Cinderella. Cendrillion worked as a washerwoman, who scrubbed other people's sheets and shirts. She heard of a ball Paul was hosting in search for a beautiful wife.

When the nani helped her to magically get ready and go to the ball, everyone's eyes came to her attention only and thought she was the most beautiful lady in the ball. Paul prince came to her and they danced, showing their love as they danced in the middle of Cendrillion by Robert D. Paul prince came to her and they danced, showing their love as they danced in the middle of the place.

It was almost midnight and Cendrillion left her shoe behind. She got back home crying and thinking that she was never going to experience that moment with Paul anymore. She said she would keep the shoe she had with her, thi sway she can remember how greayt that night was for her and never forget such an incredible experience she lived. The prince Paul went looking for the mysterious girl the next morning and found that Cendrillion was the one whose shoe was left in the ball the previous night.

They ended up getting married after finding out she was the one and only beautiful lady his eyes had fell in love with the night before. This fairytale would be perfect for little kids around second to third grade due to that big words it contains and the beautiful illustations it comes with.

I recommend this tale to be read to all children to enjoy a different culture and learn from their different style. Feb 01, Paige rated it liked it Shelves: traditional-lit.

Cendrillon, written by Robert D. The narrator of the story is a poor washerwoman who works for Cendrillon's family. She is also the godmother of Cendrillon, chosen by Cendrillon's kind mother before she passed away. The plot of the story does not vary much from the original Cinderella story we all know so well. The differences are in the details.

There was no pumpkin in this story. When her godmother used her magic wand on Cendrillon, she was dressed in a blue gown with a matching turban, rings, bracelets, and a necklace of large gold beads. Instead of a glass slipper, Cendrillon left a pink embroidered slipper behind at the ball as she rushed out at midnight.

This book was an enjoyable read. The details that made the story a Caribbean Cinderella story were interesting to read. The illustrations were bright and colorful. This book could be used in the classroom when comparing and contrasting two versions of the same story. The book also includes a glossary of French Creole words and phrases that could be during a lesson on text features. Oct 06, NS Dana rated it really liked it Shelves: traditional-literature.

This version of Cinderella is told from the perspective of a Caribbean fairy godmother. This poor washerwoman's one main passion and love is her goddaughter Cendrillon.

Cendrillon becomes heartbroken over a rich man, but with her godmother determination and magical wand that was left for her, she is able to give Cendrillion the gift of a life changing love.

I really enjoyed reading this Caribean version of Cinderella. It was written with romance and passion, truly capturing my attention. I thoug This version of Cinderella is told from the perspective of a Caribbean fairy godmother. I though it was very neat to be written in through the eyes of the godmother. I could feel her love and determination to create a happy life for Cendrillon.

The illustrations in this story are beautiful and tell a story beyond the text. I liked how this version kept many of the same traditional parts of Cinderella but changed it to the Caribean culture and words.

I would recommend reading this book to children for an extra insight to a wonderful and magical version of Cinderella. May 14, Kathleen rated it really liked it Shelves: picture-books , international-lit , traditional-lit. Cendrillon is the Creole version of the classic Cinderella fairy tale told through the narration of the kindly Fairy Godmother character. Cendrillon's mother died at a young age and her father remarries a woman. After the woman has a daughter, Cendrillon is treated very poorly and relegated to the position of being a maid.

Cendrillon's Fairy Godmother works her magic so Cendrillon can atttend the ball that's a prominent part of this fairy tale. The story follows the traditional plot in which Cen Cendrillon is the Creole version of the classic Cinderella fairy tale told through the narration of the kindly Fairy Godmother character. The story follows the traditional plot in which Cendrillon falls in love and marries her prince. I like the fact that this book offers a Creole glossary with pronunciations of the Creole words.

If this book was to be read aloud, I encourage the reader to become familiar with these pronunciations to add authenticity to the book.

An interesting activity might be to do a compare and contrast between this book and the traditional American tale. Oct 03, Jessica Hanley rated it really liked it Shelves: traditional-literature.

This story is a version on Cinderella that is based on the French Creole tale "Cendrillion". This version is told from the viewpoint of the "fairy" godmother, and the change in point of view offers new insights into the tale. After visiting New Orleans, I became interested in the Creole and Cajun cultures, so this book seemed like a perfect fit. This story easily crossed cultures, and the author did a nice jon of weaving in elements that made the story more true to its revised setting.

Both the This story is a version on Cinderella that is based on the French Creole tale "Cendrillion". Both the godmother and Cendrillion were washerwoman, and there were many allusions to the French culture and its aura of power and success. The horses and footmen were created out of brown lizards and agoutis, a Carribean rodent, and helped to make the transition. The magic of the tale and the happy ending shined through and made this version a nice read. Sep 11, Lauren Paravate rated it really liked it Shelves: books Summary: In this Caribbean version of the classic story of Cinderella, we follow another author's version of their "Cendrillon" finding her Prince Charming.

The story sticks to the classic tale, but adds in French Creole terms to tie it to their heritage. Evaluation: I liked this take on the story. I had never heard another version of the story until I read this one and I thought it was interesting to hear the differences between the two storylines. Teaching Idea: For this story I would use the bo Summary: In this Caribbean version of the classic story of Cinderella, we follow another author's version of their "Cendrillon" finding her Prince Charming.

Teaching Idea: For this story I would use the book as a reference tool for teaching about different cultures. I would use the French words that are used in the story as well as the different customs to explain how that culture thrived at the time and what area they are from. Oct 06, Selene Vasquez rated it it was amazing. Cendrillon is a Caribbean version of Cinderella! Cendrillon's plot is pretty much the same as the original cinderella BUT this story is told by the god mother which makes it interesting!

Both characters have an amazon bond in this story and it is nice reading a "Cinderella" story from a different point of view! Oct 16, Alida rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: k Shelves: folklore.

Great version of Cinderella. It is told from the "fairy godmother's" point o view. It is set in the Caribbean.

I really enjoyed the illustrations. Great use of colors. I would like to do a unit on different Cinderella stories like we did in class. May 15, Nicole rated it really liked it Shelves: children , traditional-fantasy , picture-books. Written by Robert D. San Souci who also wrote Cinderella Skeleton , another great Cinderella variation.

The bold, colorful illustrations catch the eye. A pronunciation guide and glossary is included in the back for the French words that appear in the story. Jan 04, Michael Fitzgerald rated it liked it Shelves: picture-books , picture-folktales.

Use of Creole vocabulary feels forced. Pictures are nice. Oct 23, Victoria Tori rated it it was amazing Shelves: traditional-lit. I was able to find Cendrillon: A Caribbean Cinderella on youtube. In , this version of Cinderella won the Notable Children's Book award. This award is given annually by the Association for Library Service to Children to recognize the best of the best Children's books at the time.

In this version of Cinderella, the narrator is a poor girl who is orphaned as a child. Her mother leaves behind only a magic wand. The young girl sees no use for the wand and gets a job as a washer. During this work, she befriends a woman who has a beautiful daughter named Cendrillon. She soon becomes the girl's god mother. While the god mother found no use for the wand growing up, she decides to put it to use to send Cendrillon to the ball to meet the prince, in hopes of changing her luck.

While everything is going well at the ball, Cendrillon quickly runs out of time, leaving behind solely a shoe. The prince then goes on his crusade to find the one who left it behind. When the prince finds the matching foot, they live happily ever after.

I loved how the fairy god mother is the narrator in this version. It is usually told in third person, and this felt much more personal. Get a FREE e-book by joining our mailing list today! Perhaps students could get Xaribbean Pals from the cultures represented in vairous Cinderella stories, and they could learn more about that culture from other children around the world! Then her papa, Monsieurmarried again. Growing up I remember my Grandmother telling me different variations of the various common fairy tales.

It would cendillon great to use it in a Fairy Tale Unit. Her poor calico dress was changed to a cariibbean gown of sky-blue velvet. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. Little Gold Star retold by Robert D. When everyone in Cendrillon household caribbwan to the party, the godmother uses her magic and creates a phenomenal carriage and a beautiful gown for Cendrillon and both head to the party.

I have really enjoyed this version of the classic x tale! Since the book relies heavily on the culture of French and Creole islands it uses many of the languages terms throughout the story.

No singing or joking would make her smile. There are several French Creole words and phrases inserted throughout the text. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Author : Robert D. The Opera Lover s Companion. Cendrillon Opera Score French. Social Science.

Cinderella across Cultures. Literary Criticism. There is a poor washerwoman from the island of Martinique and who has only one thing to love — her goddaughter Cendrillon. This version of Cinderella is adapted from a traditional Creole story and tells the story against the backdrop of the beautiful Caribbean and the musical language of the islands.

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