Life on a Goat Farm (Life on a Farm) (Library Binding)

by Judy Wolfman (Author), David Lorenz Winston (Illustrator, Photographer) "Can you guess who my brothers and I play with when our friends aren't around?..." (more)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal
Gr 1-4-An accurate and interesting view of modern rural life. Written in the voice of a young goat farmer, the narrative begins with descriptions and characteristics of six dairy goat breeds in the U.S. The following pages explain breeding; birthing; and care of the kids, including vaccinations, vitamins, dehorning, weaning, and feeding. Other chapters cover milking, and the responsibilities of the farm family-hard work 365 days a year. In closing, Jimmy talks about the activities that he and his brothers enjoy. As for his future, he "might be a goat farmer-or a math teacher or maybe even a veterinarian." Clear, full-color photographs of the Search family and their animals fill the pages. Short captions provide additional information and explanation. While the book might satisfy some report needs, children will enjoy it on its own.-Carolyn Janssen, Children's Learning Center of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, OH

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Library Binding: 48 pages
• Publisher: Carolrhoda Books (March 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1575055155
• ISBN-13: 978-1575055152
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #887,931 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Five stars isn't enough for this book!, December 24, 2001

By	Jackie Congedo (MD USA) - See all my reviews

LIFE ON A GOAT FARM provides children of all ages with an in depth look at all aspects of goat farm life. The pictures, captions, and progressive story line are very interesting and entertaining. Kids are gaurenteed to love it!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Spectacular piece of educational literature from one of the greatest young minds of all time aka: Jimmy Search, March 26, 2009

By	D. Nosal "J.W. Holzhammer" - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The voice of young Jimmy Search is wonderfully rendered by the pen of Judy Wolfman in this must read. Life on a Goat Farm is about three young men with very bright futures on the farm, and the book chronicles their adventures and responsibilities. I can honestly say that this is one of the most captivating pieces of non-fiction that I have ever read. I bought this for my seven and nine year old children who were obsessed with farms, and they could not get enough of this awe inspiring story. This is a must read for children, adults, theists, anarchists, and farm enthusiasts alike.