I think it is. The story of the little prince facing the challenges and isolation in his adventures can tug at your heartstrings and give a sense of sadness.
Loss. For example, a child losing their favorite toy. It might seem small but to the child, it's a big deal. The toy might have been with them through many happy times, and when it's lost, there's a sense of sadness.
There was a little girl. Her family was very poor. She had to wear old, torn clothes to school while other kids made fun of her. She couldn't afford the nice toys or the delicious snacks they had. Every day at school, she felt so lonely and sad, just wishing she could have a normal life like the others.
Once there was a little girl named Lily. Her parents were always fighting. One day, her father left home. Lily was heartbroken. She missed the days when they were a happy family. She often sat in her room alone, crying silently, feeling so sad and lost.
There was a girl who had a best friend. They did everything together. But one day, the friend moved to a far - away place without saying a proper goodbye. The girl was left with so many memories and a big empty space in her heart. She would often look at the things they used to share and feel a deep sense of sadness.
A little boy had a favorite toy, a small wooden train. One day, while playing by a river, he accidentally dropped the train into the water. He tried so hard to reach it, but it was gone. He cried and cried. His parents tried to comfort him by getting him a new train, but it wasn't the same. That old train held so many memories for him, and losing it was a truly sad little story.
The 'little rascals sad story' might be one where the little rascals are constantly misunderstood. They might be doing things that seem naughty but actually have good intentions, and yet they are punished or not given a chance to explain. For example, they might break something while trying to help, and then be blamed harshly for it.