Adelita: A Mexican Cinderella Story

Adelita is a Mexican retelling of the Cinderella story, following a kind young woman who is mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters after losing her parents. When a charming young man named Javier falls in love with her at a fiesta, the only clue to her identity is a beautiful rebozo she leaves behind. This book is a great choice for students because it weaves Spanish vocabulary naturally into the story, introducing them to Mexican culture and folk art while showing that classic themes of kindness and perseverance transcend cultures.

Publishing Details

Author : Tomie dePaola

Author Nationality : United States

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture Book

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 40

Size: 8.97 x 10.94 inches

Year Published: 2002

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Kindergarten

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Traditional Literature

Theme: Culture, Fairy Tale, Hispanic Heritage Month