There is a wonderful book for children titled "Witch Cows". It is a whimsical and enchanting tale that revolves around a group of cows who happen to be witches. The book takes readers on a magical journey through the lives of these unique cows and the adventures they embark on together. The story begins in a quiet little village, where the cows peacefully graze in the fields during the day, but when night falls, they transform into witches. Each cow has its own special powers and abilities, which they use to cast spells and create potions. The main character, Clarabelle, is a young cow who dreams of becoming the best witch she can be.
They were scared of her. Until she did her spell and then they liked her.
This motley crew must find ways to support each other and put up with one another s shortcomings, when they become stranded on the island and encounter a strange inhabitant. This motley crew must find ways to support each other and put up with one another s shortcomings, when they become stranded on the island and encounter a strange inhabitant.
The main character, Clarabelle, is a young cow who dreams of becoming the best witch she can be. She is determined to prove herself to the other witches and become their leader. Throughout the book, Clarabelle faces numerous challenges and obstacles, but with the help of her friends, she learns the importance of bravery, friendship, and believing in oneself.
Book for children about witch cows
It’s been too long since I’ve had my kids come on here to review a children’s book. Part of this is because I’m reading Brandon Mull’s five-book series Fablehaven with the two older boys, and that has taken us most of the year (we’ve got five chapters left!), but that’s a bad excuse. After all, we still have our four-year-old, Calvin, and he loves children’s books. Turns out he’s quite an excellent reviewer as well! My wife and Calvin recently finished reading Otfried Preussler’s The Little Witch (1958), and they are going to share their thoughts below.
But before I let them take this away, I want to share a few of my own thoughts, since I sat down a bit ago to read some of the book to him. We started with chapter one, though he was already almost finished with the whole book. Each time we finished a chapter, he told me to keep going, keep going — and I wanted to. Before I knew it, we’d read half of the approximately 100 pages of the book. The story of a little witch, a mere 127 years old, trying to be a “good witch” so she can join in the celebration of Walpurgis Night with the older witches, is a lot of fun, and Preussler’s understated, often blackly hued humor was a delight. The New York Review of Book Children’s Collection has published three of his books (The Little Witch, The Little Water Sprite, and Krabat and the Sorcerer’s Mill) with another on its way for 2016 (The Robber Hotzenplotz), and I can’t wait to dig into more with my kids. I know Calvin is on board . . . but I’ll let my wife and him tell you themselves.
A short note from Mrs. Mookse: This book was pretty perfect for a little guy who is still mostly into the picture book scene. Each chapter was short, but still consisted of a full vignette. Most, if not all, had a picture to at least hint at the climax in the chapter. These were fun but also very helpful for Calvin to ground himself to what was going on in the story. While by the end he’d forgotten a lot of the specific events (but could recall them all with a little prompting), he had a really firm grasp of the characters of the Little Witch, Abraxus the Raven, and the wicked Aunt Rumpumpel. Actually, even though the latter was mostly just a mention every few chapters, he was very aware of Aunt Rumpumpel.
Did you like The Little Witch?
What did you like the best about it?
She wanted to give her a cow’s tail?
Do you mean a donkey snout?
Oh So, if you had magic powers what would you do?
Give you a nice funny coat that will be just right for you.
I like that idea. Can you tell me what happened in the story? The little witch wasn’t supposed to be at the party for Walpurgis Night, right? But did they find her there?
What did they do to her?
They threw her in the fire and told her she couldn’t come back until she was a good witch.
Who was trying to hurt her?
Uhmmm, Aunt Rumpumple.
Right, the storm witch. So, the little witch had to do a lot of spells. Remember, she did the spell where the man had to carry her and the one that made it so the guy would not get cold. Which was your favorite?
The one where the guy wouldn’t get cold, because his toes were getting cold! She did it, so Abraxus [her friendly Raven] teased her about it.
Did people like the little witch, or were they scared of her?
They were scared of her. Until she did her spell and then they liked her.
Would you say this was a good book or a bad book?
A bad book, because they had a snowman and they were mean to those boys.
Yeah, that’s true, but did you like the book?
No. Because, it was . . . because I . . . I hated when they knocked over that snowman!
Yeah, but then the little witch stopped them, so did you like the book?
Would you tell others to read it?
If someone asked what the book was about, what would you say?
Do you remember how old she is?
Uhhhhh. How old is the little witch?
127.
She would say, hello, you are 127 and I would say, “No!! I’m four! You are 127!”
There you have it, folks. He might think it’s a bad book, and he might hate — hate! — the part where they knock over the snowman, but in the end Calvin recommends The Little Witch! Mrs. Mookse and I do too.
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The author does an excellent job of bringing the world of witch cows to life through vivid descriptions and charming illustrations. The book is filled with colorful pictures that capture the imagination of young readers and transport them into a world of magic and adventure. One of the main themes of "Witch Cows" is the importance of embracing one's uniqueness and following one's dreams. Clarabelle is initially seen as an outsider among the other cows, but she learns to embrace her differences and discovers her true potential as a witch. This message is empowering and inspiring for young readers, as it encourages them to be proud of who they are and to never give up on their dreams. In addition to its heartwarming story and beautiful illustrations, "Witch Cows" also includes valuable lessons about teamwork, perseverance, and the importance of family. The cows rely on each other throughout their magical journey and demonstrate the power of unity. Overall, "Witch Cows" is a delightful book that is sure to captivate the imaginations of young readers. With its engaging story, lovable characters, and valuable lessons, this book is a must-read for children who enjoy stories about magic and adventure. Whether read aloud or enjoyed independently, "Witch Cows" is a whimsical and enchanting tale that will leave a lasting impression on its readers..
Reviews for "Witch Cows on a Broomstick: A Whimsical Book for Young Readers"
1. Emily - 1 out of 5 stars - I can't believe I wasted my time reading this book. The storyline was completely ridiculous and made no sense at all. The characters were poorly developed, and the dialogue was painful to read. I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone, especially not to children.
2. John - 2 out of 5 stars - I was really disappointed with this book. The concept of witch cows sounded interesting, but the execution was terrible. The writing style was choppy and hard to follow, and the plot was all over the place. I couldn't connect with any of the characters, and the story didn't hold my attention. I think the author missed the mark on this one.
3. Sarah - 2 out of 5 stars - This book just didn't resonate with me. I found the story to be confusing and lacked depth. The illustrations were cute, but they couldn't save the weak storyline. I think children would have a hard time understanding and enjoying this book. I was expecting more from the premise, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations.
4. Michael - 1 out of 5 stars - As an adult, I found this book to be incredibly boring and pointless. The writing was dull, and the characters were one-dimensional. The plot lacked substance and didn't provide any meaningful lessons or messages for children. The whole idea of witch cows was just strange and didn't make any sense. I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this book.