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Going to Papa and Nana’s Farm
Sadie and Jack are in for a real treat as they embark on a bumpy adventure they will not soon forget. Upon visiting their Papa and Nana's farm, learning abounds as the children discover everything from how the cows are milked and fed to how farm machines are used. It is no wonder why Papa and Nana's farm is one of their favorite places to go, especially after a ride on the tractor with Spud the dog and getting to pet the calves. With irresistibly sweet illustrations and a warm family theme, this gentle story is perfect for satisfying any little one's curiosity about farm life.
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Ginger’s Big Day
Sadie and Jack can’t wait to get back to Papa and Nana’s farm! Come along with them for another exciting adventure.
When Sadie and Jack help Nana take care of the calves, they soon discover that calves, just like children, have minds of their own. Ginger, a spunky calf squeezes through the fence — she really wants to be fed! Join the fun and mischief as Sadie and Jack lend a hand to make sure Ginger is safe.
Watch Your Book Come to Life
Watch “Going to Papa and Nana’s Farm” come to life with Augmented Reality. Augmented Reality is a technology that has the reader experience to bring their book to life. Using a cell phone or tablet the reader can invoke additional content from the book in the form of video.
Going to Papa and Nana’s Farm Activity Book
Once again "Going to Papa and Nana's Farm" comes to life as your child can engage in learning with Sadie, Jack, Spud the dog, and Timmy the turtle. This book is filled with a variety of activities such as: connect the dots, matching games, find the differences, coloring pages, and much more. You will find seventeen pages packed with fun for the ages from 4-8.
The Author.
Louise Malecha is an international best-selling author. She is an agriculture woman by heart and loves the farm life. With her husband, Todd, they built their agriculture business into what it is today, Malecha Enterprises. The Malechas were Farm Journal’s Top Producer of 2022. By homeschooling their seven children, she has not only taught them from books, but also from life learning experiences on the farm. She is “Nana” to her grandchildren, who she loves spending time with. She loves brightening her grandchildren’s imagination by showing and teaching them activities on their farming operation as she did her own children. If she isn’t teaching and mentoring about farm life, you will see her staying active in health and fitness.
The Illustrator.
Katelynn Roelike is the daughter of Louise Malecha. Katelynn grew up on the farm with her six siblings. Growing up, one of her main responsibility’s was to tend too and take care of the calves, which taught her responsibility, team work and hard work. Katelynn continues to be a part of the family operation doing anything from creating and managing the operation’s social media accounts to driving a piece of equipment to illustrating her mother’s book. Photography, graphic design and agriculture are some of her strong passions.
Endorsement’s
Going to Papa and Nana’s Farm by Louise Malecha allows readers to enjoy a realistic and engaging view of the workings of a dairy farm. This
book is beautifully illustrated by the author’s daughter, Katelynn. Young readers will have lots of fun as they ride along with Papa on his giant farm tractor! Nana will take them with her on a visit to see a newborn calf, and to watch the cows being milked. This book is a treasure for children
of all ages.
Joanette Weisse, International bestselling author of the Giggles in my Heart series
This engaging and fact-filled book by Louise Malecha is both affectionate and informative, and the irresistible illustrations created by Louise’s daughter, Katelynn, are bursting with color and personality. Going to Papa and Nana’s Farm is certain to catch and keep the attention of children for many generations to come!
Judy O’Beirn, Founder & President, Hasmark Publishing International
Going to Papa and Nana’s Farm by Louise Malecha is a story of the workings of a modern-day dairy farm and how the animals are protected, cared for, and fed. This book will surely broaden the perspective of any young city child who may have only seen farm animals or machinery
from the car window. I must admit, I was also enlightened—I did not know that cows were milked three times a day in the parlor!
Shaaron Fedora, International bestselling Author of Twigs in My Ears and The Loneliest Teddy Bear
Simply put, this is a delightful book with a sweet storyline and beautiful illustrations. The brightly coloured pictures seem to jump off the pages and tell the story all by themselves. I really love how the book incorporates so many themes, from family and spending time outdoors, to learning about a working farm and the love of animals. It is a wonderful book for children to look at by themselves, as well as for adults who wish to share the experience of reading with their children and grandchildren.
Sarita Howarth, International bestselling author of Dash the Cheeky Dachshund Visits the Farm
There is nothing better than seeing a working farm come to life through the eyes of a child. Louise Malecha and her daughter Katelynn have done a masterful job of capturing the fun, excitement, and diversity of living and working on a dairy farm. I’ve actually had the privilege of visiting Papa and Nana’s farm in real life, and it is as delightful as the book portrays it to be. Going to Papa and Nana’s Farm is a must have!
Rena Striegel, President, Transition Point Business Advisors
With simple text that is both affectionate and wry, and irresistible illustrations by Louise’s daughter, Katelynn, that burst with color and personality, Louise Malecha’s new book Going to Papa and Nana’s Farm will fascinate and entertain both young readers and animal lovers!
Peggy McColl, New York Times bestselling author
Louise Malecha’s first foray into the world of children’s literature is a delightful read-aloud and read-along adventure. Paired with vibrant, cheerful illustrations, Going to Papa and Nana’s farm is an irresistible place to spend story time.
Deborah Mercier
“Ginger’s Big Day” is a fun, entertaining, and educational read for farm and nonfarm children alike. Louise Malecha speaks to readers and young listeners with a personal understanding of dairy farm life and through experiences of teaching her own children and grandchildren. Just as Ginger the calf yearns for more milk, you’ll want more pages. The book would be great without Augmented Reality, but fortunately, it has that, too.
Mike Rankin, Managing editor, Hay & Forage Grower Magazine, W.D. Hoard & Sons Company
Who can resist a curious red calf? “Ginger’s Big Day” provides a perfect next adventure for Sadie and Jack as they explore Papa and Nana’s farm. With its unique read-alone or read-with-help text and vibrant illustrations, this book is sure to be a read-again-and-again favorite!
- Deb Mercier, Author of the Detective: You series for young readers
“Ginger’s Big Day” is a wonderful story. Ginger, an adventurous and spunky red calf, stands out among the herd. As Nana and her grandchildren develop a relationship with Ginger, readers gain a glimpse into life on a real family farm. This fun story also cultivates a sense of responsibility and purpose among school-age readers. This editor and farmer calls it a must-read children’s book.
- Corey Geiger, Managing Editor at Hoard’s Dairyman and Author of the books On a Wisconsin Family Farm and The Wisconsin Farm They Built
“Ginger’s Big Day” is a fantastic little book about a day in the life of a true farming family. The story is short and sweet, and children will find it relatable and inviting.
- Peggy McColl, New York Times Best-Selling Author
Louise Malecha’s “Ginger’s Big Day” gives us a glimpse of what it’s like on Nana and Papa’s farm. The reader learns tasks and words they may not have known before, and Ginger, a quick and curious calf, provides us with some light entertainment. A great read for young ones interested in learning about life on a farm.
- Nina Kassam, Best-Selling Author of Nope! Not Doing It!
Louise Malecha has done it again! This fun book about life on the farm is as entertaining as it is educational. “Ginger’s Big Day” takes readers along for an exciting experience, giving young bookworms a glimpse of farm life from a true insider’s perspective. Highly recommended!
- Judy O’Beirn, International Best-Selling Author