Meg's Veg

A parent might reach for this book when their child is embarking on a new group project, like a classroom garden or a team sport, to illustrate the fun of working together. This story follows Meg the witch, her cat Mog, and their friend Owl as they decide to plant a vegetable garden. To speed things up, Meg casts a spell that works a little too well, resulting in enormous vegetables. The core of the story is not just the magic, but how the three friends collaborate to solve the comical problem of their oversized harvest. With its simple text and bold, colorful illustrations, Meg's Veg is perfect for children aged 4 to 7. It gently introduces concepts of gardening, teamwork, and creative problem-solving. It's a wonderful choice for modeling cooperation and showing that even when things go unexpectedly, friends can find a joyful solution together, in this case, by sharing their bounty with a giant feast.