A story about following your dreams from Brian Calhoun, creator of the popular Chickapig Board Game. The chickapig farm was all that he knew, With its crops and fields, and cows that poo’d And birds, and bees, and horses and goats. Why was he dreaming of castles and moats? Little Joe Chickapig wants to be just like his adventurous grandpa. But how did the old chickapig hero do it? Find out in this fun, original story by Brian Calhoun, creator of the popular Chickapig Board Game.

Big Bird finds it difficult waiting till Christmas despite his Grandmother's helpful advice.

A boy who has lost everything learns that love and friendship can bloom in the most unlikely of places.

It’s a cold December night and Fancy, the Stegner family’s cow, is about to give birth. Out pops Little Joe, a huge bull calf, and with him comes nine-year-old Eli’s first chance to raise an animal to show at next fall’s 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: it’s auction time, and he’ll have to sell Little Joe! In this appealing and heartwarming story that’s reminiscent of James Herriot’s books, Eli comes to terms with some of the realities of life on his family’s 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, Eli’s 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.

This book is a view of the life of a little boy’s view of his life growing up in a small Barrio in Texas. His stories and recollection of events are extraordinary to read. Your attention will be captivated and amazed how this little boy has grown to be an 80 year old man and stayed motivated. From being given away as a child to finding out his real name, he managed to persevere and become a successful individual. His stick-to-intuitiveness of pushing through life’s tribulations proves no matter what life you are dealt, you can move forward to be successful. Life is what you make it to be.

Celebrate the holidays with Laura and her family with stories from the beloved Little House books!