Gentle - (Gentle Barn Story) by Ellie Laks (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A gorgeous picture book from one of the largest, most popular animal-rescue sanctuaries in America, Gentle Barn, about a baby animal healing and gaining confidence as he's welcomed to the farm.

Gentle beginnings.

A sick baby cow is welcomed to a sanctuary by a tender young girl.

Gentle healing.

Day by day, the young calf grows stronger because of the care of new friends.

Gentle joy.

Gentle is a sweet picture book about the transformative power that quiet love and kindness can have on any creature, based on the real-life animal sanctuary the Gentle Barn.

About the Author

Ellie Laks founded the Gentle Barn in 1999. With the help of her partner, Jay and a team of amazing staff and volunteers, they have rescued thousands of animals who had nowhere else to go. When the animals are ready, she partners with them to help hurting humans and inspire gentleness. She has written two memoirs, is an animal communicator to clients around the world, and enjoys time off with her three kids, and three grandchildren.

Jennifer A. Bellis a children's book and greeting card illustrator. Her work includes The Best Gift for Bear, The Adventures of Sophie Mouse series by Poppy Green, and My Little Lamb by Hannah Eliot. She lives in St. Paul, Minnesota.