The Paperbag Princess

*The Paperbag Princess* by Robert Munsch is a children's story that challenges traditional fairy tale roles. It follows Princess Elizabeth, who is brave and resourceful. When a fire-breathing dragon kidnaps her prince, she sets out to rescue him. She wears a simple paper bag instead of a fancy dress, showing her practicality. Despite setbacks, Elizabeth outsmarts the dragon and saves the prince, only to realize he is not particularly admirable. The story emphasizes inner qualities like courage and independence over superficial appearances and traditional notions of beauty or nobility.