THE SAD KING: +bonus Butterfly, fly, fly, fly + notepad
About the Book
THE SAD KING by Xavier Josh, with a bonus story “Butterfly, fly, fly, fly” by Deborah Genes, is a captivating and thought-provoking children’s book that explores themes of kindness, selfishness, family love, and the possibility of change.
In a palace far, far away, there lived a very sad king. He was also selfish and mean to everyone in his kingdom—except for his beloved daughter. While he showered her with love, he was cruel to his people, and they, in turn, did not like him at all.
When a terrible famine struck the land, the King made a choice that showed just how selfish he could be. He refused to share his surplus food with the starving people, hoarding it all for himself in the palace. This act of cruelty made his daughter incredibly angry, and she made a difficult decision: she ran away.
Suddenly, the King was left alone with his thoughts. Without his daughter, his sadness grew even deeper. He began to reflect on his terrible actions and the pain he had caused. This story poses a powerful question to young readers: Did the Sad King change for the better?
This book is a wonderful tool for discussing complex emotions and moral choices with children. It shows that even when people make mistakes, love—especially the love of a child—can be a powerful force for reflection and change.
Bonus Story: Butterfly, fly, fly, fly by Deborah Genes
This special edition also includes the bonus story, “Butterfly, fly, fly, fly,” adding extra value and reading enjoyment for little ones.
Why This Book is a Valuable Read
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Teaches Important Lessons: Explores themes of selfishness vs. generosity, kindness, and the importance of empathy.
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Explores Complex Emotions: Shows that people (even kings!) can be sad, mean, and loving all at once, and that feelings can change.
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Highlights Family Love: The special bond between the King and his daughter is the catalyst for his potential change.
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Prompts Discussion: The ending question, “But did he change for the better?” encourages children to think, predict, and discuss the story’s outcome.
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Great Value: Includes a bonus story for extended reading pleasure.
Book Details
Title: THE SAD KING: +bonus Butterfly, fly, fly, fly by Deborah Genes & Notepad
Authors: Xavier Josh (Author), Deborah Genes (Contributor)
Format: Paperback
Price: $6.88 (on author site)
Pages: 73
ISBN-13: 979-8402229365
ASIN: B09RFVF4KS
Publisher: Independently published (January 17, 2022)
Language: English
Dimensions: 20.32 x 0.46 x 25.4 cm
Genre: Children’s Picture Book, Moral Story, Family, Feelings & Emotions
Age Range: Ideal for young readers (approx. ages 3-8)
Themes: Kindness, Selfishness, Generosity, Family Love, Father-Daughter Bond, Change, Redemption, Consequences, Empathy
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What Readers Are Saying
⭐ “A beautifully told story with a powerful message. My children were completely engaged and we had a wonderful conversation about why the king was sad and whether he would change.” — Happy Parent
⭐ “This book tackles complex themes of selfishness and redemption in a way that young children can understand. The bonus story is a lovely addition.” — Early Childhood Educator
⭐ “My daughter felt so strongly for the king’s daughter. It opened up a great discussion about fairness and sharing. Highly recommend.” — Verified Reader
A Story That Stays With You
Share the tale of the Sad King with your little ones and explore the big questions about kindness, family, and the power to change.
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