Written by Minnesota dairy farmer Louise Malecha, this paperback children’s book offers a real-life look at modern dairy farming through the perspective of two children visiting their grandparents’ dairy farm. Learning abounds in the story as the characters discover everything from how the cows are milked and fed to how farm machines are used. Beautiful illustrations by Katelynn Malecha will engage readers of all ages.

The story comes to life with augmented reality. Using a cell phone or tablet camera, the reader can hover over small codes on the book’s pages to watch videos taken at a functioning dairy farm. Learn more here.

This bundle includes one copy of the book and one accompanying activity book with fun for children ages 4 to 8.

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About the author and illustrator:

Louise Malecha is “Nana” to her grandchildren. She grew up on a dairy farm with her thirteen siblings. With her husband, Todd, they raised seven children in the agricultural lifestyle, teaching them strong work ethic and leadership. She now enjoys brightening her grandchildren’s imaginations by showing and teaching them activities on their farming operation as she did her own children.

Katelynn Malecha is the daughter of Louise Malecha. She grew up working, playing, and occasionally getting into mischief with her six siblings on the farm. She continues to be a part of the family operation, and photography, graphic design and agriculture are some of her strong passions.

Book details:

32 pages (book), 24 pages (activity book)
8.5 x 8.5 inches (book), 8.5 x 11 inches (activity book)
Soft cover
Full color (book)
ISBN 1989756670 (book)
Copyright 2020 (book)