Are the moral messages suggested in fairy tales still relevant in today's world? And how have fairy tales shaped our world? Once upon a time, in a distant land, a student began to write his major essay. Clichés aside, this is probably the most recognized introduction to writing there is. Passed down by philosophers, bards, storytellers, and authors, fairy tales transcend culture, politics, language, and even historical periods. Probably, every single person on the planet has heard one. Whether it is the ancient Roman version of Cinderella, Cupid and Psyche passed down through modern Greece, heard as far away as Turkey or the African version of Snow White, Udea and her seven brothers performed commonly across African states. Considering that these stories, or a version of these stories, are so common in society, it is reasonable to ask whether the morals and messages contained within are still relevant in today's world? Sally Goddard Blythe, a child development expert, suggests that they are crucial to a child's development and in her book "The Genius of Natural Children" highlights her belief that "The greatest threats to our future are not in disease, but in learning and social activities". problems that are a direct consequence of modern living conditions, lifestyle and ignorance of the biological needs of children perpetuated by a culture of political correctness.” Goddard, S. (2011) In other words, our children are not exposed to culture, literacy in the same way. Instead of reading fairy tales, instead of culturally diverse popular children's songs, they are placed in front of televisions that regurgitate an endless loop of Sesame Street clones. A poor substitute for parents. Children need this exposure to grow up to be healthy and well-adjusted... center of paper ......s, J (1988) a scary thought considering most of us believe these fairy tales are moral healthy messages crucial for child development. Which brings me to my next point. Have fairy tales been bastardized too much? When we consider the fact that many stories have been heavily edited, do we lose the original moral messages? Or if you look, is the original moral message still within the story? It raises an interesting point, which is that racism and sexism are still freely available to be seen in the Brothers Grimm's work if you actively look for them. Snow White is a perfect example, with the Dwarves seen as subhuman servants. Or the wolf who is a sexual predator in Little Red Riding Hood.5 – 400 – How fairy tales and children's novels interactConclusion – 300At least 3 specific authors to talk about. 3 relevant novels 3 specific fairy tales.