Little Gwen, Rescue Hen

Overview

It’s a hard life for the hens at their chicken farm, in the crowded cages, and one little hen becomes too tired to lay even one more egg. But then – “We’ll take care of you, little hen. We’re taking you home with us!” What a difference! Now there’s grass, worms, bugs, puddles, friends and – FREEDOM. The little hen is given a name – Gwen – and a rainbow colored vest to keep her warm while her feathers grow back. Little Gwen is so happy in her new home, and one day she gives everyone a wonderful surprise…. This delightful picture book with captivating illustrations is a perfect, gentle introduction to animal rights and well-being.

Author Biography

Carol Thompson is one of Britain’s leading illustrators, with an international following and especially admired for her expressive yet realistic depiction of children and animals. Her first books as author-illustrator were the Busy Baby series. For Otter-Barry Books, she has illustrated Dianne Hofmeyr’s My Daddy is a Silly Monkey and Storm Dragon. Carol is a committee member of IBBY (UK), with a particular involvement in the IBBY Disability List.