Fort Campbell, KY – Join the Robert F. Sink Library and The Military Child Coalition as they invite you to participate in Tell Me a Story on Sunday, February 27th, 2011. Ms. Bobbie Marie Greg, Miss Tennessee International 2011 will be the guest reader and will read Click, Clack, Moo Cows That Type by Doreen Cornin.
A summary from www.goodreads.com states the literacy rate in Farmer Brown’s barn goes up considerably once his cows find an old typewriter and begin typing.
To the harassed farmer’s dismay, his communicative cows quickly become contentious:
Dear Farmer Brown,
The barn is very cold at night. We’d like some electric blankets.
Sincerely,
The Cows
When he refuses to comply with their demands, the cows take action. Farmer Brown finds another note on the barn door:
“Sorry. We’re closed. No milk today.”
Soon the striking cows and Farmer Brown are forced to reach a mutually agreeable compromise, with the help of an impartial party–the duck. But this poor, beleaguered farmer’s “atypical” troubles are not over yet!
This hilarious tale will give young rebels-in-the-making a taste of the power of peaceful protest and the satisfaction of cooperative give and take. Witty watercolors by award-winning illustrator Betsy Lewin (Snake Alley Band, Araminta’s Paint Box) will make this a favorite for one and all, even if words such as “ultimatum” and “neutral” throw the younger set.
Families can enjoy a craft that relates to the book’s subject, as well as light refreshments. With space for only 120 families, it is suggested to register early!
Reservations can be made beginning February 24th and will not be taken by phone; registration must be done in person at the Robert F. Sink Library located at 38 Screaming Eagle Boulevard. This Free event will start at 3:00pm and end at 5:00pm and is for Military ID Card Holders, DOD Civilian Employees, and Contractors with ID Cards.
For additional information on Tell Me a Story, please contact the Robert F. Sink Library at 270-798-5729.
