Little Joe

ISBN: 0375854509

Author: Neil Wallace, Sandra

Condition: New

Its a cold December night and Fancy, the Stegner familys cow, is about to give birth. Out pops Little Joe, a huge bull calf, and with him comes nine-year-old Elis first chance to raise an animal to show at next falls county fair. Over the next ten months, Eli, and Little Joe, learn some hard lessons about growing up and what it means to take on bigger responsibilities, especially when it comes to taking care of another living thing. But one thing Eli is trying not to think about is what will happen to Little Joe after the fair: its auction time, and hell have to sell Little Joe!In this appealing and heartwarming story thats reminiscent of James Herriots books, Eli comes to terms with some of the realities of life on his familys farm, and in the outside world, as he raises his first bull calf for competition. Told in a straightforward and appealing text, brimming with lush details about the natural world of the farm, and with characters that are sure to appeal to readers, Elis story is one that may not be familiar to every kid, but the themes of growing up and learning some difficult lessons will appeal to kids and adults alike.