9 Lessons to Learn From Disney Princesses (and 1 to Ignore)

Before Cinderella wore gowns and glass slippers, she donned rags and cleaned houses. She refuses to settle, however, and eventually works her way into the castle — with some help, of course.

Siblings may bicker and battle, but at the end of the day they stand by each other's side. When Elsa needs help harnessing her powers, it's Anna who gets her through the difficult time.

Merida and Mulan would happily trade in their tiaras for swords, but society tells them they can't. When their families need help, however, it's these two girls who save the day.

Imagine how happy this princess would be with a Kindle! Belle always has her nose in a book, proving that girls can have beauty and brains.

Living alone in a tower, Rapunzel comes up with some creative ways to entertain herself. She benefits from this unique thinking later on, when facing off against a few not-so-good men.

Pocahontas was going green before it became cool. The princess reminds people that the earth is something to be cherished, not destroyed.

As a child, Tiana dreamed of opening a restaurant to honor her father. After many years of hard work, and a few mishaps, her dream comes true.

These two Disney princesses are eager to explore the world beyond the palace gates. For Jasmine, that means taking a stroll through the village to see how the less fortunate live, while Ariel takes a step onto unfamiliar land — literally!

One bad apple — in this case, a poisoned one — shouldn't spoil the whole bunch. Don't let your tot use Snow White's fate to get out of eating healthy.