The King's Highway

by Howard Fullmer

When the king announces that whoever travels his highway the best will be the next king, a young shepherd boy learns that he does not have to be of noble blood to perform noble acts and possess noble virtues.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Christmas

32 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2006

Reviews

[ThePinkCarrot · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this story about serving others.

[Sasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not the best illustrations (as in "cutest" or "most beautiful"), but still colorful and the story is superb. Goes great with a discussion of King Benjamin in the Book of Mormon.

[Molly Cluff (Library!) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love a classic "the honest/virtuous underdog is rewarded for being a good person" stories. Gave me "The Empty Pot" vibes. I grabbed this off the shelf because I liked the illustration motifs with the geometric block patterns and medieval vibes. I do feel like the plot wrapped up a little quickly since there was only one "test" along the road--I almost wish there had been several other tests of character that the cast encountered. But a good story affirming virtues of hard work and humility for those that like their morals clearly delineated.

[Elsa Singer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such a great book about what a true follower of Christ is! It's not in the material possessions of the world, it's in serving others that they may see the light in you and follow Him! ❤️

Highly recommend this short, beautifully illustrated story!

[michele · Rating 4 out of 5]

An uplifting story with a solid moral and beautiful illustrations. I'm proud to own a copy for my own shelves. I do not recall the first time I read it.

[Aleisha Froude · Rating 4 out of 5]

Young kids are not super interested, but I love the depiction of the road at the bottom of the right page illustrations (it changes as the story goes on.)

[Jeanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve told this story many times when asked to give a talk in church at the last minute. It’s a great story, and these are lovely paintings.

[S Richardson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a book that can be enjoyed on various levels. I particularly like the lesson of the importance of giving of oneself through service to others. We more than likely will not be rewarded rulership over a kingdom in this life, but the eternal perspective is one to be considered. The illustrations are not as elaborate as some of my other favorite illustrators, but they are unique in their use of & repetition of patterns.

[Maureen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book for children and adults alike. It shows what putting others first does. I have two of the books that I picked up for my two 2 year old grandsons, and the lady at Deseret Bookstore advised me to read the book before I sent it. I am so glad I did. I read it to my husband and being the softy he is shed some tears. It is short and sweet and to the point.

[Alex · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wish this world were a place where we could see the character and worth of those who surround us each and every day without having to focus so much on position, rank, looks, or achievement... and without those same things being paraded around for all to see and gawk at... because ultimately, it is our actions that show others who we really and truly are.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Howard Fullmer is my neighbor across the street and it is an understatement to say he and his family are incredibly talented. Howard is an amazing illustrator. The book is a collection of illustrative masterpieces with a wonderful retelling of an old story.

[Maria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Picture Book

The king needs someone to be his successor, so he tells the kingdom that whomever can travel his highway the best will be made king. A young shepherd boy ends up helping the travelers, finding the king's ring, and becoming king.

[Marilyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

Neat story. The king gives his kingdom to person who best travels his highway. Boy removes rocks and rubble blocking the travelers' way, finds king's ring and returns it. He was the one who best travelled the king's highway.

[estherbookster · Rating 5 out of 5]

As it is with most of the children's books I come across, I love the artwork. There's so much repetition and patterns in the style. The story is pretty cute and becomes and allegory or lesson learned.

[Chanelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book for your kids, with a moral to the story about the value of honesty and hard work. Beautiful pictures.

[Angie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved the pictures in this book, drawn in a pseudo-medieval style. Beautiful! The story is a nice fable.

[Teri · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good story with a great message.

[LaSchelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great lesson in honesty and service, that has a happy ending.

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book! I liked it, but compared to the Empty Pot by Demi.. I didnt' think it was as amazing. But it is a great book with a good moral.

[Lindsay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful parable, and I LOVE the illustrations.

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always loved this story and the illustrations of this book make even better. A great one to have in my library!

[Jennybug · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a really good book about serving others. It is a has a nice story with a great lesson.


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[Dianna · Rating 5 out of 5]

The king proclaims that whoever travels the road best will win the crown. But maybe style, pomp, and speed aren't what's important.

[Miss Erica · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Kaylynn Johnsen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fabulously illustrated fable of service.

[sweet orange books · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is another childrens book that we read at girls camp, and it has a very good message to it.

[Amber · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute little message for a cute little book.