Paper Bag Princess, The
- 100 Best Books List, Toronto Public Library
- Read America! Classic
- NEA’s Cat-a-List for Reading
- Greatest Canadian Books of the Century List, Vancouver Public Library
This bestselling modern classic features a princess who rescues a very snooty—and ungrateful—prince.
Reviews:
“Some of the best children’s books ever written have been about girls—like THE PAPER BAG PRINCESS.”
—The New York Times
Included in “Louise Erdrich’s 10 FAVORITE BOOKS TO READ TO KIDS.”
—People Magazine
“Witty, vibrant and original.”
—Globe and Mail
“... a classic feminist picture book.”
—Montreal Gazette
“This humorous story sends an assuring message to readers about women's (and girls) potential to break through sex-role stereotyping. This book, a pioneer of a slowly growing genre of non-traditional prince and princess stories, introduces a positive image of an empowered woman for children and adults alike.”
—Electronic Magazine of Multicultural Education
“A great girl-power story ...”
—FamilyFun Magazine
“One of the best princess stories ever told, Elizabeth turns the
princess stereotype on its head, empowering young girls to be true to
themselves.”
—BC Parent, 10/05
“... remains a staple in the KidLit pantheon.”
—Hamilton Spectator, 10/09/05