Book Series · 4 Books

Cinderella Around the World Books

In order from Jouanah to Anklet for a Princess.

The Cinderella Around the World series is a set of 4 picture books by Dr. Jewell Reinhart Coburn, published between 1996 and 2002. Written for ages 4–10, most books run about 30 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1195

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1996

Jouanah

By Dr. Jewell Reinhart Coburn, Anne Sibley O'Brien (Illustrator)

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

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

Paperback

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.

The complete set

Cinderella Around the World Series

4 books · Published 1996–2002

Series

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$1195

Jouanah

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1996

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

Series

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$1597

Angkat

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1998

A poor girl rises from betrayal to royalty in a Cambodian Cinderella tale.

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$1049

Domítíla

Picture Book · Ages 9–10 · 2000

A young girl rises from hardship to win a governor's son's heart.

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$1135

Anklet for a Princess

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002

A magical lake and a snake godfather transform Cinduri's fate at a festival, capturing a prince's heart.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Cinderella Around the World series?

There are 4 books in the Cinderella Around the World series. It began with Jouanah in 1996, and the newest book, Anklet for a Princess, was published in 2002.