Little Gold Star

Written by Robert D. San Souci · Illustrated by Sergio Martinez

A gold star and hidden horns: can Teresa outshine her stepsisters at the festival?

3.9 Goodreads · 357 ratings

32 pages· 1,716 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud· AD840L

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Bookroo's summary

Teresa's kindness earns her a golden star, while her stepsisters, Isabel and Inez, are cursed with horns and donkey ears. As the festival approaches, Teresa must navigate jealousy and magic. Will her goodness prevail, or will her stepsisters' veiled secrets overshadow her? This enchanting retelling blends the magic of Cinderella with Spanish folklore, promising a tale of beauty, mystery, and transformation.

From the publisher

Blessed Mary rewards Teresa’s good deeds with a shining gold star. Later she punishes Teresa’s unkind stepsisters, Isabel and Inez, with hideous horns and donkey’s ears that they try to hide under heavy veils! But will Teresa outshine her stepsisters at the festival? Robert D. San Souci retells this popular folktale in a lilting narrative that includes all the magic of the beloved Cinderella story and traditional elements from Spanish tales. Luminous watercolors by Sergio Martinez accentuate the beauty and goodness that radiate from Little Gold Star.

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