Three Prince Charming Tales

by Marilyn Helmer

A picture book for children

Genres: Picture Books

32 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2000

Reviews

[L-Crystal Wlodek · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Three Prince Charming Tales is a book containing three classic tales: Cinderella, Snow White, and Rapunzel. They are retold with medieval detail and without the grim endings and scary villains. The story of Cinderella is very similar to the original and is told in a very classic fashion. The ball, a gorgeous dress, the prince, and the idea of Cinderella living happily ever after with her prince charming are all present.

This story of Cinderella is recommended for children in preschool through second grade since it is a subdued and quite clean version of Cinderella. The themes present include love, good triumphing over evil, and the idea of living happily ever after. The illustrations are beautiful, and do not show many villains or scary events, making it a perfect version for younger readers. This version is also unique in the fact that the illustrations portray that characters in ways in which they are not normally seen. In addition, the illustrations will make students feel like they are part of the story and are being transformed into a world of make believe where all their dreams will come true and they will live happily ever after.

[Malorie Lofgreen · Rating 2 out of 5]

"Three Prince Charming Tales" include the stories of Cinderella, Snow White, and Rapunzel. The medieval spin on these stories make the re-tellings even more magical and take the reader away to a fantastical place. These stories are good for young children at anytime of the day.