Key Stage: KS2Subject area: Health and WellbeingKey themes: Family issues, pregnancy and social issues in rural communitiesMaxy is upset when her parents' farm is left without animals after a health scare, but she keeps their memory alive looking after her own 'pretend cows'.When her mum falls ill whilst pregnant her father starts to keep chickens and Maxy comes to terms with the challenges of the birth as she encourages a stubborn hen to lay eggs. Praise for the Country Tales series: 'This tale of courage and love is potent and moving throughout; I couldn't put it down.' Red Reading Hub'Engaging, compelling, thoughtful and simply lovely. They will become favourites!' Fallen Star Stories 'Nicola Davies has created another brilliant wildlife story for young readers in this part of a series of six beautifully illustrated books with Cathy Fisher. The story is ideal for upper primary readers, and, as ever, mixes a strong emotional connection with animals with fascinating detail.' BookTrust
