Three Hens and a Peacock

A hilarious read-aloud favorite about some foolish farm animals who decide to trade roles--and discover just how hard it is to do someone else's job, from award-winning author Lester L. Laminack and celebrated illustrator Henry Cole.

The Tuckers' farm is a peaceful place where everyone has a job and no one complains. That is, until a hapless peacock falls off the back of a passing truck and stirs things up. Soon, customers are flocking to the farm to see what all the fuss is about. But the hens don't like the newcomer getting attention while they do all the hard work. When a wise old hound sees the problem, he helps orchestrate a job swap.

What follows is the riotous tale of three hens who get in way over their feathered heads, and one very distressed peacock who just can't figure out how to lay an egg.

Lester L. Laminack has created a comical look at envy, finding your strength, and what happens when we underestimate the value of others' work. Henry Cole's delightful illustrations heighten the story's humor and will have readers of all ages laughing out loud.

Author: Lester L. Laminack
Publisher: Peachtree Publishers
Published: 03/01/2011
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 11.31h x 9.88w x 0.36d
ISBN: 9781561455645
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.3
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 148103 / Three Hens and a Peacock


Award: Kentucky Bluegrass Award - Nominee
Award: Delaware Diamonds Award - Nominee
Award: South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award - Nominee
Award: Alabama Camellia Award - Finalist
Award: Ladybug Picture Book Award - Nominee
Award: Young Hoosier Book Award - Nominee
Award: Nevada Young Readers' Award - Nominee
Award: Show Me Readers Award - Nominee
Award: Golden Sower Award - Nominee


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2011 pg. 315
Booklist 04/01/2011 pg. 76
School Library Journal 04/01/2011 pg. 146
Publishers Weekly 01/24/2011
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2011 pg. 319 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
Laminack, Lester L.: - Lester L. Laminack is a specialist in children's literacy and professor emeritus at Western Carolina University. Laminack has written numerous books and articles for educators and is a familiar speaker at professional meetings and reading associations nationwide. He lives in North Carolina.Cole, Henry: - Henry Cole is the illustrator of more than ninety books for children, including bestsellers such as The Leprechaun's Gold, Little Bo, and Tango Makes Three, and Oink!, in addition to many of his own books, such as A Nest For Celeste and Jack's Garden. He lives in Florida.