This is a Cinderella meets Baba Yaga tale.
Like all fairy tales it has its trials and tribulations that we love, but has an unfamiliar (for me at least) twist with its Russian origin.
To accompany this lovely tale, are beautiful, gorgeous illustrations that paint the story so wonderfully.

I think this is a book that will bring endless enjoyment to its reader (owner)! ( )

This is a Cinderella meets Baba Yaga tale.
Like all fairy tales it has its trials and tribulations that we love, but has an unfamiliar (for me at least) twist with its Russian origin.
To accompany this lovely tale, are beautiful, gorgeous illustrations that paint the story so wonderfully.

I think this is a book that will bring endless enjoyment to its reader (owner)! ( )

Summary: This is a Russian version of the European Cinderella story. It is a darker version than the Disney story and has a well known Russian character, Baba Yaga. She is like the fairy godmother in this tale and helps Vasilisa.
Critique of Genre: Russian folktale; Has a good theme of good versus evil where the person with no power overcomes their struggles to reach their happy ever after.
Age: intermediate, middle, possibly high school (could be used for a Russian literature unit) ( )

Long folktale ... ( )

Vasilisa's mother dies and leaves her a magic doll to protect her. Her stepmother sends her on an errand to the Baba Yaga who eats anything that enters the forest, but the magic doll protects her and she not only gets through the forest but she is also able to set herself free. I would say this is a good example of folklore because it's about her life and has been passed down through generations.

Media: Collage or oil paint