Taking a stab at all those other princesses, The Worst Princess decided she didn’t much care for the truth of the life she thought was for her, and, in fact, it didn’t turn out anything like she thought it would be. After the romance wore off and the stars faded from her eyes, the reality was much more harsh. Brave was a successful film, but Merida is still one of the most hated Disney princesses. Her snarky attitude is off-putting to viewers, and her arrogance in her archery can become quite jarring. Although Merida strives for independence and is the first Disney princess without a love interest, viewers still dislike her. While she isn't well-liked, fans of Merida have theorized that the hatred stems from her constant breaking of traditions: she's a princess without a prince, would rather speak her mind than stay quiet, and enjoys archery more than tableside manners. Disney princesses are a source of happiness for many fans and have become role models for young children. To many Disney viewers, the princesses represent everything people love about the animation studio. The magic, grace, and wonder associated with each princess remind fans that anything is possible, or at least, it is in the world of Disney. I love how this was not your typical princess getting saved by the prince story! The illustrations were a wonderful addition to the story! Rather, she outright rejects the image that is projected on her and seeks to define herself outside of the demure femininity that is expected. When her aging father is conscripted to serve China against the invading Huns, it is Mulan who steps into the soldier gear to become one of the Emperor's most important and effectual soldiers.

Home Learning Reader in Residence Reader in Residence Digital Years 1 & 2 The Worst Princess and Sir Lilypad The Worst Princess and Sir Lilypad by Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie Published by Simon and Schuster Despite all this oppressive oversight, Aurora still manages to do the exact thing she's been warned against her entire life by reaching for that sewing spindle, and boom, into the deep sleep she falls. (Cue the puns about this story being a snoozefest.) The Worst Princess introduces a brilliant, fearless, funny, fierce heroine who isn't settling for the usual sexist fairytale claptrap. This book is a delight and a refreshing blast of feminist fun!’ Laura Bates, author and activist

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I was reading this feminist twist on classic fairytales to my daughter today and realised how much I love this book. It gives exactly the message that I want to impart on my five-year-old. If you were a princess, which life would you rather have? Living in a tower or going on adventures? Knowing she couldn't defeat the dragon alone, the Worst Princess gathered a team of misfits who were also considered the worst at what they did. There was a clumsy knight, a shy wizard, and a talking squirrel. Together, they strategized and came up with a plan to outwit the dragon. Knowing she couldn't defeat the dragon alone, the Worst Princess gathered a team of misfits who were also considered the worst at what they did. There was a clumsy knight, a shy wizard, and a talking squirrel. Together, they strategized and came up with a plan to outwit the dragon. Sure, Cinderella is a hard worker, forges a bond with cute little animals, and exhibits grace against devastating hardships and losses, but the fact that she supposedly falls head over heels (pun intended) with her prince after a single dance with him is a hard pill to swallow. The whole family will adore this fun-filled laugh-out-loud extravaganza with impressive puppets, catchy sing along pop songs and a dazzling larger-than-life dragon.

But when Princess Sue's prince finally does arrive, he's not quite what she had in mind. Find out how the feisty princess escapes the clutches of her twit of a prince in this funny, feminist twist on the traditional princess tale. Forget about pretty dresses, fairytale weddings and grand balls, Princess Sue is all about adventure, mischief and making unusual friends. She really is the worst princess!A fun story about a princess who gets annoyed with being expected to sit around and look pretty, who decides instead to team up with a dragon and go on adventures! Not the first picture book I've seen with this theme, but I always enjoy these twists on classic tales. The art in this was particularly good compared to some others I've seen.