About This Book
Smoky Mountain Rose offers a fresh, regional take on the beloved Cinderella story, set in the picturesque Appalachian Mountains. Told in a captivating, lilting dialect perfect for reading aloud, this adaptation introduces readers to Rose, a kind-hearted protagonist, and her unique fairy godmother, a magical hog. It retains the core elements of the traditional tale, including the lost slipper and a grand party, while infusing it with a distinct cultural flavor and gentle humor, making it a joy for both children and adults.
In this variation on the Cinderella story, based on the Charles Perrault version but set in the Smoky Mountains, Rose loses her glass slipper at a party given by the rich feller on the other side of the creek.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How is Rose's story similar to the Cinderella story you might already know? How is it different?
2
What did you think of the fairy godmother in this story? What makes her special?
3
The story uses a special way of talking, called a dialect. What are some words or phrases that sounded different to you?
4
Rose faced some unfairness. How did she show resilience and kindness even when things were tough?
5
If you could retell a classic fairy tale in a new setting, which one would you choose and where would you set it?
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