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The Happiest Lion Cub

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The Happiest Lion Cub tells the story of a young lion prince in the African savanna who loves music but faces pressure from his father to prepare for kingship. Struggling between his passion for playing instruments and the expectation to roar as a fierce leader, this charming tale explores following one’s dreams despite the weight of duty.
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Ideal for children aged 3 to 6, this book engages early readers with themes of self-discovery and courage. Perfect for families and educators encouraging young children to embrace their unique talents.

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"In the savanna lands of Africa lives a lion cub who dreams of being a musician. But his father is against this desire because he expects his son to become king of all the animals. And in order to become the king, he must learn how to growl menacingly, not how to play instruments and sing. Will this lion cub really have to abandon his dreams to fulfill his destiny?"--Provided by publisher.

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Age range 3 to 6

A lion cub prince, with a passion for music, struggles with his destiny to be king.

In the savanna lands of Africa lives a lion cub who dreams of being a musician. But his father is against this desire because he expects his son to become king of all the animals. And in order to become the king, he must learn how to growl menacingly, not how to play instruments and sing. Will this lion cub really have to abandon his dreams to fulfil his destiny?

The Happiest Lion Cub takes readers on a journey through the challenges of following one's passion against societal expectations. It is an engaging tale for young readers, filled with the themes of dreams, determination, and destiny.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781636550381

Publisher: Red Comet Press LLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 October 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Red Comet Press LLC

Illustration: Full color illustrations throughout

Contributors:

  • Translated by Zenia Tompkins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Oleksandr Shatokhin is an artist and children's book illustrator who lives and works in Sumy, Ukraine. The Happiest Lion Cub is the author's first book to be translated into English.

Zenia Tompkins, an American of Ukrainian descent, began translating Ukrainian literature in 2015, after fifteen years' experience in education, academia, and the private sector. She holds graduate degrees in Middle Eastern Languages and Literatures from the University of Columbia and Islamic Studies from the University of Virginia. She currently lives in Tegucigalpa as the spouse of a U.S. diplomat, but considers Narrowsburg, NY.

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