![]() ![]() ![]() One of the major appeals of folktales is that they allow readers to read about characters that they relate to. “I liked that it was a different take on ‘Cinderella’ and how even though ‘Cinderella’ is a fairytale, this story made it seem more real,” said mass communication senior Cielo Cruz. The story is a Mexican retelling of the classic fairytale, Cinderella. The story of “Adelita: A Mexican Cinderella Story” follows a young girl named Adelita, who has to endure the horrendous treatment under her stepmother Señora Micaela de la Fortuna, and her two daughters. Three of the most beloved Hispanic folktales are “Adelita: A Mexican Cinderella Story” by Tomie dePaola, “Doña Flor” by Pat Mora and “The Tale of Rabbit and Coyote” by Tony Johnston. ![]() The Rider asked three UTRGV students to read a folktale and respond to it. ![]() The transcending nature of the stories means they can teach us about the time and place in which they were originally told. They originate from oral pieces that have been passed down from generation to generation. Ingrid Aleman, a biomedical sciences senior, says the Hispanic folktale “Doña Flor” reminded her of her grandmother, who, like the story’s character, served the community and those around her.įolktales are stories that can help preserve Hispanic culture. ![]()
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