The SheepOver
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

The SheepOver

By Jennifer Churchman, John Churchman

Part of the Sweet Pea & Friends series

An orphan lamb's recovery leads to a heartwarming celebration of friendship.

3.5/5 Goodreads · 375 ratings
44 pages· 794 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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Sweet Pea, an orphan lamb, falls gravely ill one winter night, worrying the entire farm. Under the care of Farmer John, Laddie the sheepdog, and Dr. Alison, she slowly recovers. Promised a sleepover once well, Sweet Pea's friends gather for a joyous "SheepOver" in the greenhouse. This tale of healing and friendship, captured with enchanting photo-illustrations, promises to warm hearts and inspire hope.

From the publisher

Meet the adorable orphan lamb Sweet Pea and discover why her true story has become a picture book phenomenon and enchanted readers of all ages! One cold winter night, Sweet Pea the orphan lamb becomes very sick. Everyone in the farmyard is worried about her! Under the watchful care of Farmer John, Laddie the sheepdog, and Dr. Alison the mobile veterinarian, she slowly recovers. Dr. Alison tells Sweet Pea she can have a sleepover to celebrate as soon as she is well again. When the day finally comes, her closest friends Sunny, Prem, and Violet join her in the greenhouse for a fun and imaginative SheepOver celebration. This charming story of caring and friendship by farm owners John and Jennifer Churchman, brought to life with John’s entrancing photo-illustrations, will enchant readers young and old. In the words of one of her many fans, Sweet Pea brings a calming, authentic joy to my life that makes me laugh, cry and gives me hope that all is well in the world. . . . Everyone needs a little Sweet Pea in their lives!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
44
Words
794
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~681L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about EasterBooks about healthBooks about helping othersBooks about spring
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.4
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
181651
Publication
Published
December 8, 2015
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316273565

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