Yeh-Shen: A Cinderella Story from China

Yeh-Shen is a retelling of a Chinese Cinderella story that predates the European version by over a thousand years, following a kind young girl mistreated by her stepmother who finds help through the magical spirit of a golden-eyed fish. When Yeh-Shen is forbidden from attending the spring festival, the fish's spirit grants her a beautiful gown and golden slippers that set her story in motion. This book is a wonderful resource for students to explore how similar storytelling traditions appear across different world cultures, sparking meaningful conversations about folklore and global perspectives.

Publishing Details

Author : Ai-Ling Louie

Illustrator : Ed Young

Author Nationality : United States

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture Book

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 32

Size: 8 x 10 inches

Year Published: 1996

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Kindergarten

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Traditional Literature

Theme: Culture, Fairy Tale, Fables & Folktales