Little Apple Goat

Summary: Little Apple Goat is ordinary in every way -- except for one. Instead of munching on oats or grass or laundry left on the line, she prefers to eat fruit from the orchard.But one stormy night, all of the fruit trees in the orchard are destroyed. The trunks are chopped down and the land is cleared. The farm animals cannot imagine life without the orchard, and Little Apple Goat doesn't know how she will manage without her fruit.But time passes, and something mysterious begins to happen on the farm . . . Sweet, colorful illustrations bring to life this clever tale that will charm young readers and also introduce them to the changing seasons. Quotes:Children's Literature"Caroline J. Church has written and illustrated charming farm animals, a cow, duck, and goats on a bright green background. This is a sweet story, hardly scientific, but useful to show the seasonal changes and the propagation of plants and trees." Kirkus Reviews"A delightful addition to autumnal collections." Publishers Weekly"Church's cartoon animals and cheery rural scenes . . . exude a happy toy-like charm." School Library Journal"The tale's simple plot, predictable conclusion, and regular pacing make it suitable for group sharing. Colorful cartoon illustrations . . . add a bit of visual humor."