Give a Goat
Written by: Jan West Schrock
Illustrated by: Aileen Darragh
Pair this book with Page McBrier's book "Beatrice's Goat"
"Page McBrier’s Beatrice’s Goat (2001) introduced the work of Heifer International in a picture-book story about a girl whose family is changed by the gift of a goat. Illustrated in whimsical ink-and-watercolor artwork, this message-driven title by the daughter of the organization’s founder shows kids how to get involved in Heifer’s mission. After a teacher reads Beatrice’s Goat to her fifth-grade class, her students work together to buy a goat for a needy family through Heifer’s program. With an initial loan from their teacher, they prepare and sell healthy snacks, eventually earning more than enough to buy the animal, educating their school about Heifer’s work in the process.
The story, which includes interesting details of project management, is a clear advertisement for both Heifer and the rewards of community service. Still, teachers seeking portrayals of kids cooperating to make a difference, both in their communities and beyond, will find this book a welcome resource."
Booklist Review
Online Resources:
http://www.heifer.org/site/c.edJRKQNiFiG/b.204586/
http://www.papertigers.org/interviews/archived_interviews/jschrock.html
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