Official Review: Farmer Beau's Farm by Kathleen Geiger

JSWorrilless · Post by **JSWorrilless** » 23 May 2022, 08:24

CataclysmicKnight wrote: ↑20 Mar 2017, 17:28 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Farmer Beau's Farm" by Kathleen Geiger.]

3 out of 4 stars
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On an otherwise-ordinary day Farmer Beau notices six kittens playing around in his garage. Upon finding them he decides to get his wife, Bamma, and they take a break to watch them play. They put food out for them, but as time goes by they leave, one by one, until only one is left. Smitten, the two decide to convince her to stay and name her Kailey.

Kailey loves the farm, and one day she comes across a cute little bunny named Sammy. The two become fast friends, and Kailey even makes a spot for her to stay. However, when they overhear Farmer Beau and Bamma talking about taking in another animal - one that would be "unusual on the farm" - they start to get worried. What if they love Malissa, this new mystery animal, more than them? What if they get made fun of for having some weird animal around the farm?

The aptly-titled Farmer Beau's Farm by Kathleen Geiger is a cute children's book. Kathleen based the book on finding six kittens actually playing in their garage years ago! The book uses more text than many children's books but the vocabulary is simple enough not to be confusing. I really liked that the font is a dark blue, a bit thicker and bigger than most kindle books use, making it much easier to see at a distance for reading and showing off pictures. While I did find a spot here and there that seemed a bit off grammatically or was missing quotation marks for thought, reading it aloud is definitely easy enough.

The imagery throughout is colorful and reminiscent of classic cartoons like Looney Tunes. The backgrounds are a bit static and flat, but are definitely passable, and it's the characters that are worth focusing on anyway. The animals seem so alive that it's like they're still-frame images captured from a lively cartoon. The book's text is also separate from the images, so there's nothing to take away from how cute they are.

As far as the themes are concerned, Kailey and Sammy are like two loving siblings (without the sibling rivalry!). Their concerns about the new animal are reminiscent of adopting a new child or getting a new baby brother or sister, and once Malissa arrives the kitten and bunny handle it in a relatable, ultimately sweet way.

Overall Farmer Beau's Farm was a sweet read. I could certainly see reading it to kids, especially kids expecting a new sibling or who may not get along so well. Animal lovers will enjoy it as well, as would kids who live on a farm (the silliness of the mystery animal alone would be worth it!). I rate the book 3 out of 4 stars.

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Thank you for the detailed review. As a cat lover, I don't think anything could ever be cuter than six kittens on a farm. I can't wait to read this!

Grace Bassey · Post by **Grace Bassey** » 23 May 2022, 08:31

Interesting review. The book sounds easy and relatable even though its recommended for children. I am bound to read.

Petronila O · Post by **Petronila O** » 23 May 2022, 08:36

Kids book that use more text than any other children book the imagery is colorful reminiscing the true story theme of the 5 kittens and the bunny friendship on the farm , the book suite 3_9yo easy to read I will recommend this book

Taiwo_Olawoye · Post by **Taiwo_Olawoye** » 23 May 2022, 08:48

This is a great book that can go for bedtime stories for children. I'm recommending it for parents with young children. Thanks for the review.

Kuchi Mercy · Post by **Kuchi Mercy** » 23 May 2022, 08:50

This sounds like a good children's book. I would enjoy reading this book to my niece.
Great review.

Tsquare Tsquare · Post by **Tsquare Tsquare** » 23 May 2022, 09:05

The books seems to be very interesting and educational especially to kids and also adults who want to relax their mind with all grown up issues.

Nino Chinonso Onwurah · Post by **Nino Chinonso Onwurah** » 23 May 2022, 09:10

Your plot summary is captivating. I'd love to see how Kailey and Sammy would get along with this new mysterious animal.

Tars · Post by **Tars** » 23 May 2022, 09:13

The title alone was enough to make me smile reminding old song from childhood. So, I wasn't expecting to find out that story would be based on such serious subject and will raise important topics. Very well done!

Jorge Leon Salazar · Post by **Jorge Leon Salazar** » 23 May 2022, 09:18

The plot seems simple but attractive. Certainly, Kailey and Sammy's jealousy over the arrival of a new animal is understandable and relatable to real situations like the arrival of a new sibling. I think it's a story worth telling to young children.

Post by **Wilkister Inzai Avagalwa** » 23 May 2022, 09:31

Farmer Beau's Farm by Kathleen Geiger sounds like an engaging, fun, entertaining children's read. I will recommend it to my little nephew. I bet he will enjoy it. Congratulations on the BOTD.

Timothy Rucinski · Post by **Timothy Rucinski** » 23 May 2022, 09:32

I have no little ones in my life right now, so this book is not for me. However, I congratulate Ms. Geiger on her accomplishment, on receiving BOTD, and I wish her good fortune in finding an appreciative readership.

Ruth Frances A · Post by **Ruth Frances A** » 23 May 2022, 09:34

Thank you for the review. It depicts absorbing themes. Farmer Beau and his wife Bamma want to keep the last of the kittens. She is named Kailey and forms a strong friendship with Sammy, a bunny. They demonstrate her importance to them. The plot is interesting to note and relatable. These include acceptance, adoption, love, uncertainty, and sibling rivalry. The review illustrates how children worry too and seek to please. They are wary of new people until they get to know them better. I can imagine the relationship some people especially, farmers have with animals. Great review. I am usually not a fan of children's books. I am convinced that this book is unique. It is both entertaining and informative.

Motunrayo A · Post by **Motunrayo A** » 23 May 2022, 09:52

Fear of unknown, afraid of been despised having new ones around.... good stories for the kids...

María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda · 23 May 2022, 09:54

As far as the themes are concerned, Kailey and Sammy are like two loving siblings (without the sibling rivalry!). Their concerns about the new animal are reminiscent of adopting a new child or getting a new baby brother or sister, and once Malissa arrives the kitten and bunny handle it in a relatable, ultimately sweet way.

Kids will find these topics very relatable, and they usually love animals. I mean, who wouldn't love finding a litter of kittens? However, I'm not sure kids these days will like the classic Looney Tunes style since they're used to flashier illustrations.
Thank you for your great review!