Sarak Ardestani

The Moonlit Princess Sarak Ardestani

Magic happens when you help others. Mah stumbles upon this truth by accident when she helps an old lady in need. Her good deed is rewarded by the moon in the form of a special gift, and her entire life turns around. Before that moment, Mah experiences many challenges throughout her childhood. She loses her mother at a young age and lives with her penniless father. Despite her struggles, Mah always manages to stay true to her good nature. Even when her father remarries, and brings an evil step-mother and step-sister into their home, she follows the guidance of her heart. Explore Mah's journey in becoming the Moonlit Princess in this retelling of the Cinderella-like Persian fairy tale, "Mah Pishooni."(Reading level: 2nd - 3rd graders).