Meanwhile Back at the Ranch

A parent might reach for this book when their child is feeling bored, or when looking for a guaranteed laugh-out-loud story to share. The book follows Rancher Hicks, who, convinced his life is dull, drives to town for some excitement. He has a perfectly ordinary day, completely unaware that back at the ranch, his wife Elna is having the most extraordinary adventure involving a traveling salesman, a tornado, and a mansion delivered by helicopter. This book is a masterclass in dramatic irony, perfect for children aged 4 to 8. It's a wonderful choice for pure entertainment and for introducing the idea that perspective is everything; excitement can happen when we least expect it, right under our noses.