The Barefoot King

Name: The Barefoot King
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781611807486
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A Story about Feeling Frustrated

By Andrew Jordan Nance and Olivia Holden

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Summary

The Barefoot King by Andrew Jordan Nance and Olivia Holden is a delightful children's book that tells the story of a young king who is used to having everything. When he tries to avoid stepping on prickly grass, he learns valuable lessons about compassion and mindfulness. This heartwarming tale subtly teaches children the joy of simple living and being in the moment.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate heartwarming tales about personal growth, acceptance, and kindness. This children's book, with its enchanting illustrations and gentle prose, invites young readers on a journey of self-discovery and empathy, offering valuable life lessons in a whimsical and engaging way.

The Barefoot King

A lighthearted story about the consequences of rash decisions and the importance of problem solving, responsibility, and acceptance for kids ages 4-8.

A lighthearted story about the consequences of rash decisions and the importance of problem solving, responsibility, and acceptance for kids ages 4-8.

Description

A lighthearted story about the consequences of rash decisions and the importance of problem-solving, responsibility, and acceptance for kids aged 4-8.

Told in rhyming couplets, The Barefoot King recounts the story of a young king named Creet who rules a land where people walk around with bare feet. Easily distracted, one day King Creet stubs his toe on a rock and is shocked by the pain. Never wanting to experience that discomfort again, the king decides to cover his whole kingdom in leather, with unfortunate consequences.

This short and silly story helps parents discuss concepts of acceptance, awareness, and responsibility with kids. Seeing the consequences of King Creet's decision, kids will learn to navigate challenges in their own lives and the opportunities for growth that obstacles provide.

A short "reader’s guide" accompanies the story, aiding parents and teachers in discussions of how to handle life’s bumps with conscious breaths and mindful steps.

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The Barefoot King is praised as an engaging introduction to mindfulness, featuring clever rhymes and vibrant illustrations. It draws inspiration from the teachings of the Buddhist sage Shantideva, illustrating how mental focus and skilful action can address life's challenges effectively.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781611807486

Publisher: Shambhala Publications Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 June 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 229.0mm

Height: 267.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

Collections

Andrew Jordan Nance Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Olivia Holden Penguin Books

About the Author

ANDREW JORDAN NANCE is an educator with more than twenty-five years in the classroom and the author of Puppy Mind and Mindful Arts in the Classroom. He is the founder of Mindful Arts San Francisco, whose mission is to provide volunteer mindful educators to teach at underserved San Francisco schools. Nance is also an award-winning actor and director. For almost thirty years he taught performing arts to students from diverse backgrounds, and for eighteen years he was the Conservatory Director at San Francisco's New Conservatory Theatre Center. He is on the board of directors of several educational nonprofit organizations including the Mindful Life Project, San Francisco's New Conservatory Theater Center, and Arts Ed Matters. OLIVIA HOLDEN studied fine art, textiles, and English literature and obtained a degree with first-class honors in textile design at the University of Huddersfield. Developing her growing love for illustration, she creates her own art for children's books, prints, and publications. She enjoys creating painterly illustrations, playing around with color and composition, and drawing inspiration from everyday life and objects.