The Witch Who Wanted to Be a Princess

The Witch Who Wanted to Be a Princess by Lois G. Grambling
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Copyright: 2002
Number of Pages: 28
Reading Level: 2nd Grade
Genre: Fantasy

Summary-
Witch Bella had graduated at the top of her class in the School for Witches. However, even though she was smart and could do just about any spell, she couldn't turn herself into a princes. She even looked up spells but found that witches were decaying so she was left with only one option; to marry a prince. Bella found in and ad that a prince was interviewing prospective brides. Bella rushed to the castle to be interviewed. Because of her rush she tumbled to the ground to the prince's feet. He helped her up and as soon as they looked at each other it was magic and they knew they were meant to be together. They were married as soon as possible and that is how Bella became a princess.
Who would benefit from this book?
I think that any child would benefit from this book. It has beautiful pictures and it isn't hard to read or follow along.
What problems could the book cause?
This book doesn't seem to me to cause any problems.
My reaction:
I loved this book. I thought it was super cute. It was fun to see a witch become a princess instead of the typical story of the princess marrying the prince. It is a great message that its not just the girls with the crowns that are princess's but that all of us are and can be.