What is The Theme of Cinderella?

While Cinderella is a story about a young woman who is treated poorly by her stepmother and stepsisters, it’s also got some pretty important lessons that we should all take to heart.
The theme of the book is that it’s never too late to follow your dreams and it is highlighted in the story when Cinderella’s stepmother asks her what she wants most in the world and Cinderella says: “I want to go to the ball.” Her stepmother laughs at her and says, “You don’t have a dress or slippers.” But Cinderella replies: “I’ll wear a white dress with diamonds on it. And I’ll put glass slippers on my feet.” The stepmother replies: “Who will go with you?” Cinderella says: “The prince will go with me.” With this answer, Cinderella shows how determined and focused she is on achieving her dream. She has faith that if she works hard enough at achieving her goal, it will happen.
Cinderella teaches that everyone has value and deserves to be treated with respect. The story also shows us that it is important to believe in yourself, even when life seems difficult. Even if you are treated unfairly or badly by others, love and kindness can overcome evil—it’s important not just to be true to yourself but also to treat others with respect.
Finally, Cinderella proves that dreams can come true if you never give up hope!