Books Like The Ordinary Princess
Families who loved The Ordinary Princess by M. M. Kaye 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 The Ordinary Princess by M. M. Kaye 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 feels the weight of perfectionism or struggles with not fitting a specific social mold. It is the perfect antidote for a child who feels 'plain' or 'different' in a world that prizes conventional beauty and status. The story follows Princess Amy, who is 'cursed' with being ordinary. Instead of a fairy tale life of gowns and balls, she chooses a path of independence, finding joy in nature and hard work as a kitchen maid. This classic chapter book explores themes of self-confidence, the courage to be oneself, and the discovery that 'ordinary' can actually be extraordinary. It is an ideal choice for middle-grade readers who are beginning to navigate their own identities. Parents will appreciate the gentle humor and the way it subverts traditional fairy tale tropes to celebrate authenticity over appearances.
