--- product_id: 1693780 title: "The Irish Cinderlad: A Classic Irish Folktale About a Boy's Cinderella Adventure with Dragons and Giants for Kids (Ages 4-8) (Trophy Picture Books (Paperback))" price: "¥2647" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1693780-the-irish-cinderlad-a-classic-irish-folktale-about-a-boys store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # The Irish Cinderlad: A Classic Irish Folktale About a Boy's Cinderella Adventure with Dragons and Giants for Kids (Ages 4-8) (Trophy Picture Books (Paperback)) **Price:** ¥2647 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Irish Cinderlad: A Classic Irish Folktale About a Boy's Cinderella Adventure with Dragons and Giants for Kids (Ages 4-8) (Trophy Picture Books (Paperback)) - **How much does it cost?** ¥2647 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1693780-the-irish-cinderlad-a-classic-irish-folktale-about-a-boys) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description “A robust story of courage and danger” ( Booklist). “A must for collectors of Cinderella variants” ( Kirkus Reviews). Folklorist Shirley Climo retells an age-old Irish tale that's an unusual twist on the popular Cinderella fairy tale. As Creativiteach.com says: "What would have happened if Cinderella were a man? How might the story be different? An old Irish folk tale provides one answer. Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day." Ever since he was a baby, Becan’s only worry has been his big feet—until his widowed father remarries. His new stepmother and her three daughters feed him crusts of bread and banish him to work in the fields. So Becan runs away. With the help of his only friend, a magical bull, he defeats a giant, slays a dragon, and rescues a princess. But before she can thank him, Becan disappears, leaving behind him one of his enormous boots. The princess scours the kingdom for the owner of the giant boot. Will Becan’s feet give him away? And what will his fate be if they do? Review: A Unique Twist - In The Irish Cinderlad, Shirley Climo offers a fascinating retelling of the beloved Cinderella fairy tale with an Irish twist. The story follows Becan, a young boy who has always been self-conscious about his large feet. His troubles escalate when his widowed father remarries, and Becan finds himself at the mercy of his cruel stepmother and her three daughters, who treat him poorly and assign him to hard labor in the fields. Determined to escape his miserable life, Becan runs away and embarks on an adventure filled with courage and magic. With the assistance of his only friend, a magical bull, he faces formidable challenges—defeating a giant, slaying a dragon, and rescuing a captive princess. However, just as the princess prepares to express her gratitude, Becan vanishes, leaving behind one of his enormous boots. As the princess searches the kingdom for the owner of the giant boot, Becan's identity hangs in the balance. This inventive tale not only provides an answer to the question of what happens if Cinderella were a boy but also weaves in themes of bravery and self-acceptance. Supported by Loretta Krupinski’s enchanting illustrations, The Irish Cinderlad is an engaging read perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or inspiring readers with a unique spin on a classic story. Review: A great story to compare and contrast to Cinderella stories - This story is a great story to read to 1st grade students. In my first grade class we end the year with a unit on "Cinderella Around the World." We read a variety of Cinderella stories from all over the world and this was one of my class's favorites. The boys especially love this story because it is about a lad with big feet who fights giants and dragons and saves a princess. It has many of the same features as in the typical Cinderella story which allows students to compare the stories, but also supplies many ways to contrast the story. Instead of a fairy godmother, the lad has a magic bull. Instead of a golden slipper, the lad loses a boot. The story provides many unique features which keeps students interested. I enjoyed reading this to my students and will add it to my unit to be used year after year. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #111,904 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #19 in Children's St. Patrick's Day Books #82 in Children's Stepfamilies Books #130 in Children's Europe Books | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 155 Reviews | ## Images ![The Irish Cinderlad: A Classic Irish Folktale About a Boy's Cinderella Adventure with Dragons and Giants for Kids (Ages 4-8) (Trophy Picture Books (Paperback)) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51ZAYceUwCL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Unique Twist *by M***E on November 26, 2024* In The Irish Cinderlad, Shirley Climo offers a fascinating retelling of the beloved Cinderella fairy tale with an Irish twist. The story follows Becan, a young boy who has always been self-conscious about his large feet. His troubles escalate when his widowed father remarries, and Becan finds himself at the mercy of his cruel stepmother and her three daughters, who treat him poorly and assign him to hard labor in the fields. Determined to escape his miserable life, Becan runs away and embarks on an adventure filled with courage and magic. With the assistance of his only friend, a magical bull, he faces formidable challenges—defeating a giant, slaying a dragon, and rescuing a captive princess. However, just as the princess prepares to express her gratitude, Becan vanishes, leaving behind one of his enormous boots. As the princess searches the kingdom for the owner of the giant boot, Becan's identity hangs in the balance. This inventive tale not only provides an answer to the question of what happens if Cinderella were a boy but also weaves in themes of bravery and self-acceptance. Supported by Loretta Krupinski’s enchanting illustrations, The Irish Cinderlad is an engaging read perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or inspiring readers with a unique spin on a classic story. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great story to compare and contrast to Cinderella stories *by D***N on May 18, 2013* This story is a great story to read to 1st grade students. In my first grade class we end the year with a unit on "Cinderella Around the World." We read a variety of Cinderella stories from all over the world and this was one of my class's favorites. The boys especially love this story because it is about a lad with big feet who fights giants and dragons and saves a princess. It has many of the same features as in the typical Cinderella story which allows students to compare the stories, but also supplies many ways to contrast the story. Instead of a fairy godmother, the lad has a magic bull. Instead of a golden slipper, the lad loses a boot. The story provides many unique features which keeps students interested. I enjoyed reading this to my students and will add it to my unit to be used year after year. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A boy version of Cinderella *by C***R on June 9, 2018* I purchased this book as part of a unit that I was teaching on Cinderella stories from all over the world. My second grade boys LOVED this book. It has everything that a boy could want: giants, dragons, magic, and animals. This has a special twist because the Cinderella character is a boy, hence the title Cinderlad. This is a must read and a great resource for any teacher teaching a Cinderella unit. I should also mention that I cried (yer, cried) in front of my students while reading this book. It was very well written and part of it was very sad. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1693780-the-irish-cinderlad-a-classic-irish-folktale-about-a-boys](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1693780-the-irish-cinderlad-a-classic-irish-folktale-about-a-boys) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-10-06*