The Greedy Goat
The Greedy Goat by Petr Horacek is an illustrated children’s book published by Candlewick Press on May 8, 2018. This engaging story follows a very greedy goat who, tired of her usual diet of herbs and grass, embarks on a culinary adventure around the barnyard. As she samples various foods, including the dog’s kibble and the pig’s leftovers, her antics lead to chaos, leaving both the farm animals and the farmer bewildered by the missing items.
Readers will find an entertaining cautionary tale that explores themes of manners and etiquette through the goat’s misadventures. The narrative highlights the consequences of her gluttony, culminating in a humorous recovery that echoes familiar children’s stories. With 32 pages of vibrant illustrations, this book captures the attention of young readers while addressing social themes related to food and behavior.
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A very greedy goat wreaks havoc in the barnyard in an entertaining cautionary tale from Petr Horácek.
Goat is tired of always eating herbs and grass. She wants to try something new! So one day she embarks on a tasting spree, trying the dog’s food, the pig’s potato peels, and more, with the farmer’s underpants topping off a massive meal. Pretty soon, everyone else around the farm starts to notice that certain things have gone missing — including a now elusive Goat herself. It turns out that all that adventurous eating has left her feeling quite ill, prompting a recovery that plays out with a nod to another (very hungry) children’s favorite: “On Monday, her eyes stopped rolling. On Tuesday, her tummy stopped rumbling. . . .” After Goat is finally feeling like herself again, surely she’ll have learned her lesson. Won’t she?
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