Summary
Elizabeth was a princess who had everything. One day a fierce dragon came and destroyed her castle and took her prince. She dresses in a paper bag (the only thing left that wasn't burnt), and sets off to save her prince. Using her wit she tricks the dragon, saves the prince, and finds out he wasn't who she thought he was.
Analysis
Color plays an important visual role in this book. It conveys the feelings of the heroine and the heat and power of the dragon. The strongest attribute this story contains is a strong female character. Children are drawn to this character due to her bravery, her wit, and her resolve. She realizes that she doesn't need to marry this prince, In the end, she skips away in her brown paper bag happy with who she is.
Ideas for Activities
http://byheartbooks.com/recommendations/paper-bag-princess-activities/
http://www.brighthubeducation.com/lesson-plans-grades-1-2/66704-the-paper-bag-princess-lesson-plan/
http://www.dltk-teach.com/rhymes/princessandfrog/mprincessbag.htm
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