About this item
The whimsical tale of a clever little goat who rises above everything that threatens to keep her down. Meet a sweet, curious little goat, who loves to sing and climb on everything. Some neighbors find her annoying, but nothing can keep her down - even when she gets stuck in a well and it looks like she's doomed. When everyone has given up on her, the clever goat surprises them all by taking advantage of her precarious predicament to win the day!. Inspired by Vanessa Brantley-Newton's own experiences with adversity, this playful story about persistence, determination, and thinking outside the box is sure to make readers cheer.
About the Author
Vanessa celebrates self-love and acceptance of all cultures through her work, and hopes to inspire young readers to find their own voices. She first learned to express herself as a little girl through song. Growing up in a musical family, Vanessa's parents taught her how to sing to help overcome her stuttering. Each night the family would gather to make music together, with her mom on piano, her dad on guitar, and Vanessa and her sister, Coy, singing the blues, gospel, spirituals, and jazz. Now whenever she illustrates, music fills the air and finds its way into her art. The children she draws can be seen dancing, wiggling, and moving freely across the page in an expression of happiness. Music is a constant celebration, no matter the occasion, and Vanessa hopes her illustrations bring joy to others, with the same magic of a beautiful melody.
