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Twelve-year-old Marcy takes the responsibility of raising and caring for the orphan calf, Sugar Lump, and as he grows, they form a strong attachment for each other.
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Twelve-year-old Marcy adopts a newborn calf and transforms from a nervous beginner into a confident young farmer as she nurses Sugar Lump from a wobbling newborn into a strapping young cow. Kids will root for the unlikely friendship between the stubborn calf and his determined caretaker, celebrating every milestone from first bottle feeding to first romp in the pasture. If your kid loves heartwarming animal tales like Charlotte's Web, they'll adore this barnyard story of friendship and responsibility. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6, especially those who dream of having their own farm animal companion.