The Man Who Saved the King

by Betty Turnbull

Overview

This beautifully illustrated book inspires children to discover the extraordinary potential within themselves; it's a celebration of resilience, purpose, and the power of embracing one's inherent gifts.

In The Man Who Saved The King, Papa shares with little Billy the wonderful story of William who struggled with his size and strength as a child. As William grows into a man, the burden he once carried becomes the very thing that saves a king and shapes the destiny of Scotland.

Woven around the historical narrative of William Rule and King Robert the Bruce, this enchanting story invites young readers to travel through the scenic landscapes of ancient Scotland, teaching a timeless lesson, that everyone is born with a unique purpose. 

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781611530032
Publisher:	Light Messages Publishing
Publication date:	10/27/2020
Series:	Papa and Billy
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	44
File size:	56 MB
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Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Betty Turnbull, Baroness of Bedrule, is passionate about the need for each child to develop a strong personal identity, a sense of belonging, and an understanding of self-worth. Because the allure of fantasy and virtual worlds is so strong, it is vital to help each child establish a strong foundational sense of personal identity, family, and heritage.By setting her stories in the real past, Betty adds to them the dimensions of interesting history and a beginning understanding of heritage. Besides the positive impact of self-worth provided by her exciting characters, their colorful yet intimate settings develop an interest in the past and heritage providing strong roots for childhood development and adult happiness.Betty and her husband currently reside in Durham, NC. They have three children. When she is not writing children's books, she enjoys traveling, cooking, and being Gramma.Betty earned her degree in education from Rockford College, IL, USA, in 1970. Together with her husband, Wally, she served in the mountains of Haiti as a missionary in education and self-help development from 1972-2002. During her 30 years of service in Haiti, Betty developed the first rural preschool program which has expanded into hundreds of schools across the nation, following the model she established.In addition to The Man Who Saved The King, Betty is the author of Abigail And The Royal Thread, Isobel's New World, Robbie the Royal Messenger and the award-winning children's book, A Sergeant in the House.