Adelaida: A Cuban Cinderella

by Nancy Michaud (Illustrator), Ana Monnar, Linda Franklin (Editor)

On the island of Cuba lived two sisters named Adelaida and Marisol. Although identical twins in appearance, their personalities were as different as night and day. Adelaida was noble and loved to help others. She understood that the situation at home was not easy. On the other hand, Marisol believed that the world revolved around her. Will the sisters' actions affect their fate?

Genres: Fairy Tales, Cinderella

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Katie Merkel · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a combination of "Cinderella" and "Toads and Diamonds" set in late 20th century Cuba.

[Ana Monnar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great to include if you are teaching a unit with "Cinderellas from Around the World."