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The Young King
Hardcover
Publisher: Rockwell Book Press
Published: Sep 20 2026
Pages: 34
Weight: 0.90
Height: 0.25 Width: 11.00 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
What makes someone worthy of becoming a king?
In a beautiful kingdom surrounded by mountains, rivers, flowers, and forests, an aging king must choose who will one day take his throne. Instead of simply choosing the strongest or fastest man, he creates a great race across the kingdom.
The challenge seems simple: reach the finish line first.
But one young man discovers that the journey is about much more than winning.
Along the way, he stops to help an old man who has fallen, helps a frightened child find her lost puppy, and continues to offer kindness to those who need him. Each time he stops, the other racers move farther ahead.
Will he still have a chance to become king?
As the race reaches its final moments, the young man must decide what matters most: winning the race or helping someone in need.
The Young King is a beautifully illustrated children's story about kindness, compassion, courage, generosity, and the true meaning of leadership.
A heartwarming story for children, parents, teachers, and families, this book encourages young readers to understand that being a leader is not about being the fastest, strongest, or most successful. It is about having the courage to help others and choosing to do what is right.
Sometimes the greatest victory isn't crossing the finish line first. It's making sure no one is left behind.
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