Book Series · 3 Books

Worldwide Stories Books

In order from Glass Slipper, Gold Sandal to Fearsome Giant, Fearless Child.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Sale price

$1899

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2007

Glass Slipper, Gold Sandal

By Paul Fleischman, Julie Paschkis (Illustrator)

Discover Cinderella's tale woven through diverse cultures and timeless traditions.

32 pages· 820 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

Hardcover

Summary: Journey across continents with Cinderella, known as Ashpet, Sootface, and Cendrillon, as her story unfolds in rice fields and hearths from Mexico to Zimbabwe. This enchanting retelling blends global folklore, revealing the universal magic and challenges of her timeless tale. How do different cultures shape her destiny, and what constants remain in her quest for transformation?

The complete set

Worldwide Stories Series

3 books · Published 2007–2019

Series

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$1899

Glass Slipper, Gold Sandal

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2007

Discover Cinderella's tale woven through diverse cultures and timeless traditions.

Series

Sale price

$1799

First Light, First Life

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

Explore the world's origins through diverse creation stories woven into one narrative.

Series

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$1799

Fearsome Giant, Fearless Child

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

A child faces a giant, armed only with wit and bravery.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Worldwide Stories series?

There are 3 books in the Worldwide Stories series. It began with Glass Slipper, Gold Sandal in 2007, and the newest book, Fearsome Giant, Fearless Child, was published in 2019.