● Book Introduction
A special summer day unfolds at the valley with the children of Sunshine Village! A heartwarming story about the joy of being together.
“What Happened in Sunshine Valley” begins with Nopil, Mongjun, and Dalbok, three friends from Hae-sal Village, who excitedly head to the valley for their summer break. However, while playing happily, three children from the neighboring town—Yeosik, Kkamsik, and Myosik—appear and demand that they leave. After a conflict, Nopil decides to take his friends to find a new place. In the end, they discover an even more beautiful valley and enjoy their time there. Meanwhile, Yeosik and her friends lose interest in playing alone and decide to look for Nopil and the others. Following the footprints, they arrive at the new valley and feel sorry for what they did. They ask for forgiveness… Will the six friends be able to create a warm friendship and an unforgettable adventure together?
● Publisher’s Review
The Importance of Kindness and Sharing
Nopil and his friends face a conflict when the children from the neighboring town strongly demand their spot in the valley. Instead of continuing the argument, they choose to leave and find a new place. Even though they feel upset at first, they soon discover a more beautiful valley and enjoy their time even more. This teaches the lesson that kindness and understanding can sometimes lead to even better opportunities.
The Power of Friendship and Forgiveness
At first, the two groups of children are unfriendly to each other, but they meet again at the new valley. Yeosik and her friends realize their mistake and carefully ask for forgiveness. Nopil and his friends accept their apology, and together, they have even more fun. This story shows that forgiveness can solve conflicts and make friendships stronger.
The Courage to Try Something New
When Nopil and his friends leave their usual play area, they walk through an unfamiliar forest without knowing where they are going. In the end, they find an amazing valley they never expected. This shows that even if something is new and uncertain, it can lead to wonderful discoveries and great experiences.
Jimin Hwang is a picture book author who studied web design at Affinity Universe. “What Happened in Sunshine Valley” is the 49th picture book in Affinity Universe, beautifully capturing friendship that grows stronger through conflicts and reconciliation. This book helps children understand different emotions they might experience with friends, blending a fun and heartfelt story with unique illustrations that leave a lasting impression.