About the Book
The Ladybird proudly wore her seven spots—until one day she noticed that three had disappeared! Confused and a little afraid, she set off across a blooming garden to find them, only to discover that her real worth isn’t in how she looks, but in what she carries within.
This tender, thoughtful fairy tale helps children understand that true beauty lies in character, kindness, and confidence. With lively illustrations and a warm message, it’s perfect for family reading and for conversations about self-image and inner worth.
Highlights
• A meaningful story about self-confidence and acceptance.
• Nurtures a positive self-image in children.
• Beautiful illustrations by Nejka Selišnik bring the story to life.
• Quality production: sewn binding, gold foil accents, and matte lamination.
• A perfect gift with a golden glow.
Customer Reviews
“A wonderful story about what truly matters in life.” – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“My child loves it! The illustrations are beautiful.” – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Fairy tales are never written only for children; we adults need them just as much—perhaps even more. The Ladybird Who Lost Three Spots is a beautiful story about something precious we think we’ve lost, yet carry within us all along. It teaches that because of what we’ve ‘lost’ we are not worth less—we are still whole and accepted. Only when the Ladybird stopped focusing on what was missing could she enjoy all that she is—and then she found the missing part of herself. The story seems simple, but that simplicity lets us feel its depth without weight. It’s like a gentle meditation that calms us. Details matter; by noticing them we, too, can surrender to the heady scent of elderflower and jasmine and find a moment of peace. The gorgeous images further spark the imagination. Since every fairy tale should be written with the message we pass on to children in mind, this tale is an excellent example of how to gently accept ourselves and change, and how to find calm in the present moment. Life is simple and enriched by small, beautiful things—like three spots that were never truly lost. Compliments to the author for this lovely story.” – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Related Books
• Peter and the Dragon
• Saluki Basil
About the Author
Tadeja Pirnat Battelli is the founder of Multa Verba Books. She is best known for her debut children’s book The Ladybird Who Lost Three Spots and for the Saluki Basil series. She also serves as editor-in-chief of the Story Lux Kids magazine.
Illustrator
Nejka Selišnik is an artist with rich experience and a masterful feel for detail. She creates all illustrations by hand, with soft strokes that make blossoms seem almost scented on the page. In the Ladybird picture book, she gave the heroine a charming dress and beautiful eyes through which the warmth of the story shines. Her little girls—gentle, playful, and full of life—are her unmistakable signature, instantly recognized by readers and editors alike.
Colophon
• Title: The Ladybird Who Lost Three Spots
• Author: Tadeja Pirnat Battelli
• Illustrations: Nejka Selišnik
• Publisher: Multa Verba Books
• Year of publication: 2022
• EAN: 978-961-96117-0-8
• Language: Slovene
• Age recommendation: (0–3) and 3+
• Pages: 34
• Format: 25 × 19 cm
• Binding: Hardcover
• Additional features: sewn binding, gold foil, matte lamination
Genre: bedtime fairy tale