Books like Belinda by Pamela Allen
In Pamela Allen’s charming picture book, Old Tom’s wife Bessie leaves him to run the farm alone. He soon discovers that Belinda the cow will not cooperate when it’s time to milk her. Without a steady stream of milk, the other farm animals could lose their food, and Old Tom himself would be left with none.
Old Tom devises an inventive scheme to keep Belinda standing still so her milk can be drawn. The story unfolds with humor and heart, offering charming illustrations that render farm life in delightful detail.
The book highlights rural chores, the importance of teamwork and ingenuity on a farm, and the gentle humor that comes from everyday animal challenges.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Pamela Allen
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