Jouanah

Written by Dr. Jewell Reinhart Coburn · Illustrated by Anne Sibley O'Brien

Part of the Cinderella Around the World series

A mistreated girl in Southeast Asia finds hope through a magical transformation and a lost shoe.

3.8 Goodreads · 253 ratings

32 pages· 2,089 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud· 850L

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Bookroo's summary

In the remote mountains of Southeast Asia, Jouanah endures the cruelty of her stepfamily. When a magical transformation offers her a chance at happiness, a lost shoe becomes the key to her future. Will the Elder's son recognize her true worth and change her fate? Discover a unique twist on the classic tale, set against the vibrant backdrop of Hmong culture.

From the publisher

Jouanah: A Hmong Cinderella is sure to shine as one of the most beautiful and moving versions of Cinderella from around the world.Jouanah: A Hmong Cinderella takes readers to the remote mountains of Southeast Asia, to the traditional home of the Laotian Hmong. All essential Cinderella elements are here-startling transformation, a kind-hearted but mistreated central character, and an evil stepfamily. However, let us not forget the fairy godmother, a handsome Elder’s son who comes to the rescue, the dainty shoe, and the most important element of all-love! Gorgeous artwork remains faithful in the depiction of the Hmong lifestyle and the high mountain villages. Readers will make a place in their hearts for this newest and loveliest addition to children’s literature.

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