Books Like Sleeping Ugly
Families who loved Sleeping Ugly by Jane Yolen often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Sleeping Ugly by Jane Yolen often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with self-image or making unkind comparisons based on physical appearance. This witty subversion of the Sleeping Beauty trope introduces Miserella, a beautiful but mean-spirited princess, and Jane, a plain girl with a heart of gold. When a magic spell puts them both to sleep, the story challenges the traditional idea that 'pretty' equals 'good.' It is a perfect choice for parents who want to instill a sense of justice and internal value in children aged 5 to 9. Through humor and clever twists, Jane Yolen provides a roadmap for discussing how our behavior defines our beauty. It serves as a gentle reminder that being kind and helpful is far more rewarding than being conventionally beautiful but cruel.
