Overview

Down by the barn, early in the morning, a farmer drives his tractor, stopping along the way to pick up a calf, then a chick, then a pig. The group of animals grows and grows until at last they reach their destination…and find a surprise. Charming illustrations and rhythmic text filled with sound words make this the perfect read-aloud for young children.

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9781662536359

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“Fifteen years after his Down by the Station, Hillenbrand offers a cheerful companion book that transplants the familiar nursery rhyme to a rural setting.” —Publishers Weekly “The bright and cheerful illustrations feature a cast of endearing animals and lots of humorous details. The exuberant art, combined with the pattern and repetition in the text, makes this a perfect read aloud.” —School Library Journal “This exuberant companion book to Hillenbrand’s Down by the Station will garner as many fans as the first.” —Booklist “An upbeat book with a delightful chorus.” —Library Media Connection

Author Information

Will Hillenbrand wrote and illustrated Down by the Barn in response to fans of Down by the Station, who wished for a companion book. Will has written and/or illustrated more than 50 books. He lives with his wife, Jane, and their son, Ian, in Terrace Park, Ohio. To learn more, visit: www.willhillenbrand.com

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