Belinda and the Glass Slipper

Features

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Cover Type: Hard Cover with 32 pages
• Published by: Viking Juvenile September 21, 2006
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0670060828
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0670060825
• Book Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.8 x 0.4 inches
• Weighs: 11.2 ounces

From School Library Journal
Grade 1-3–When Belinda wins the lead in the ballet Cinderella, her competitor, Miss Lola Mudge, is not happy. After all, Lola has the perfect-sized feet for the role, and she always gets what she wants. In a move worthy of an evil stepsister, she locks Belinda in a closet on opening night and takes over her part. But right before the ball scene, Belinda is rescued by the fairy godmother dancer and rejoins the production. The usurper continues to masquerade as Cinderella but there is no denying that the big glass slippers meant for Belinda will not fit her tiny feet. The heroine reclaims her rightful place on stage, and the thwarted girl quits dancing and finds her true calling as a hockey player. The illustrations give a real feel for the ballet while portraying the action and the characters' varied emotions. Young's third Belinda story is a highly enjoyable and original mix of the Cinderella fairy tale and ballet, and a true case of the shoe fitting.–Catherine Callegari, Gay-Kimball Library, Troy, NH
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From Booklist
Belinda, the lovable big-footed ballerina who premiered in Belinda the Ballerina (2002), encounters a rival as she tries out for the role of Cinderella: Miss Lola Mudge. Lola boasts that her "perfect, tiny feet" make her ideal for the lead, but she loses out to Belinda's superior skills and grace. On opening night, Lola locks Belinda in a broom closet and takes her place as Cinderella. With offstage help from her onstage fairy godmother, Belinda arrives in time for the prince to try the glass slipper on her foot. One thing is certain: no one but Belinda can fill her shoes. While the arc of the story is familiar, the droll text and the distinctive look of the gouache paintings, with their curved lines and elongated forms, will make this witty book a pleasure to read aloud. And since selfish and boastful people are as hard to live with in preschool as in a ballet company, even children who don't love ballet will enjoy seeing justice prevail. A witty picture book. Brava! Encore! Carolyn Phelan
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Reader Reviews
We are fans of the whole series. In this most recent addition, Belinda takes the high road once again. Great story, great pictures and a great teaching tool. I recommend all of the Belinda books!