The Haymeadow
The Haymeadow by Gary Paulsen, published by Random House Children’s Books in October 1993, is a work of juvenile fiction that follows the journey of fourteen-year-old John Barron. Tasked with the responsibility of caring for six thousand sheep in the haymeadow, John faces the daunting challenge of managing this vast flock alone, accompanied only by two horses and four dogs. As he grapples with self-doubt and the desire to earn his father’s approval, John encounters various obstacles that test his resilience and skills.
Throughout the summer, readers will witness John’s growth as he navigates unexpected events, including a river flood and coyote attacks, while also dealing with the injuries of one of his dogs. The narrative emphasizes themes of resourcefulness and ingenuity as John learns to adapt to the challenges of sheep herding. With 195 pages, this edition offers an engaging exploration of nature and the responsibilities that come with it, making it a thoughtful read for those interested in the interplay between youth and the natural world.
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Fourteen-year-old John Barron is asked, like his father and grandfather before him, to spend the summer taking care of their sheep in the haymeadow. Six thousand sheep. John will be alone, except for two horses, four dogs, and all those sheep. John doesn’t feel up to the task, but he hopes that if he can accomplish it, he will finally please his father. But John finds that the adage “things can happen to sheep” is true when the river floods, coyotes attack, and one dog’s feet get cut. Through it all he must rely on his own resourcefulness, ingenuity, and talents to survive this summer in the haymeadow.
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