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Moo the Ghost
This is the only children's book by best-selling author Beth Praed and her late father, Jack Praed. In this delightful book, a little ghost has a speech impediment. Instead of saying "Boo", he says "Moo". Find out how Moo makes friends and enjoy the incredible artwork of the old house.
Comments by author Beth Praed:
"Artistic expression was always important to my dad. I remember at a very young age, sitting at the bottom of his easel with my toys while he painted. One other time at the spur of the moment, he decided to paint a mural of a shipyard on our dining room wall. His whole life was spent drawing and painting beautiful pieces. But dad had a difficult time making a living as an artist because he was not a good businessman. He would do a fantastic job on a piece and then forget to send a bill. Dad was also severely dyslexic. I would remember his calling me by my mother's name, my brother's name and even my dog's name, Pepper. I always answered him because I knew to whom he was speaking.
When my dad had open heart surgery and developed a tremor, I knew that we had to do a book together. 'Moo the Ghost' is that book. Each page is a treat. My dad's creative spirit lives in special moments throughout his drawings. Besides the lovely illustrations, every page has a game with a hidden spider for young children to find.
My father, Jack Praed, passed away on October 15, 2014. But his creative legacy lives on through his beautiful illustrations in 'Moo the Ghost'.
I miss you, Pops."
Comments by author Beth Praed:
"Artistic expression was always important to my dad. I remember at a very young age, sitting at the bottom of his easel with my toys while he painted. One other time at the spur of the moment, he decided to paint a mural of a shipyard on our dining room wall. His whole life was spent drawing and painting beautiful pieces. But dad had a difficult time making a living as an artist because he was not a good businessman. He would do a fantastic job on a piece and then forget to send a bill. Dad was also severely dyslexic. I would remember his calling me by my mother's name, my brother's name and even my dog's name, Pepper. I always answered him because I knew to whom he was speaking.
When my dad had open heart surgery and developed a tremor, I knew that we had to do a book together. 'Moo the Ghost' is that book. Each page is a treat. My dad's creative spirit lives in special moments throughout his drawings. Besides the lovely illustrations, every page has a game with a hidden spider for young children to find.
My father, Jack Praed, passed away on October 15, 2014. But his creative legacy lives on through his beautiful illustrations in 'Moo the Ghost'.
I miss you, Pops."
39 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 3, 2014
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About the author
Beth Praed
7 books25 followersBeth Praed’s first book (written under the name Hill) quickly rose to be the #1 book on MS at Amazon for six years.
Now her 5th book, "So You Have a Disease: Devotions and Stories To Restore Hope" has won the Best Book Award in the gift book category!
Praed’s book, "So You Have a Disease: Devotions and Stories To Restore Hope", addresses the difficulties of living with a disease and it offers God’s hope with it’s inspiring stories.
In their review, Book Excellence says,
"A startling and tender book about illness, family, self-discovery and hope. Author, Beth Praed presents a raw and riveting account of life with MS that shines in its authenticity and grace. Each section is warm in tone and heartfelt, with a pearl of inspiration to clutch within each touching tale.
Short sections make it difficult to put down, and easy to revisit. The inspirational sections seem to effortlessly penetrate the spaces of the psyche most in need. There is a wide and inclusive range of influences to lift the spirit, alongside Christian teachings. It is introspective and deeply giving – with candid and vulnerable prose that helps to show from where one can draw their strength – even in the most hopeless and heartbreaking of situations.
This is a book that is sure to deliver on its desire to bring hope to readers."
Now her 5th book, "So You Have a Disease: Devotions and Stories To Restore Hope" has won the Best Book Award in the gift book category!
Praed’s book, "So You Have a Disease: Devotions and Stories To Restore Hope", addresses the difficulties of living with a disease and it offers God’s hope with it’s inspiring stories.
In their review, Book Excellence says,
"A startling and tender book about illness, family, self-discovery and hope. Author, Beth Praed presents a raw and riveting account of life with MS that shines in its authenticity and grace. Each section is warm in tone and heartfelt, with a pearl of inspiration to clutch within each touching tale.
Short sections make it difficult to put down, and easy to revisit. The inspirational sections seem to effortlessly penetrate the spaces of the psyche most in need. There is a wide and inclusive range of influences to lift the spirit, alongside Christian teachings. It is introspective and deeply giving – with candid and vulnerable prose that helps to show from where one can draw their strength – even in the most hopeless and heartbreaking of situations.
This is a book that is sure to deliver on its desire to bring hope to readers."
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November 17, 2019
a cute read about a ghost who can't talk right and kids who find him kinda like casper the friendly ghost
November 28, 2019
Delightfully Different!
Cute story about a ghost who isn’t very scary because he can’t pronounce the word “Boo!” correctly. He learns there are advantages to being different. Instead of scaring off people, he is able to make new friends.
The drawings are somewhat dark as befits a ghost story, but are also filled with bright white ghosts trying to scare the living. Finding the spiders makes the book more interactive (and isn’t always easy!). I highly recommend this book, a useful tool for teaching children to be respectful and kind to those who are different.
Cute story about a ghost who isn’t very scary because he can’t pronounce the word “Boo!” correctly. He learns there are advantages to being different. Instead of scaring off people, he is able to make new friends.
The drawings are somewhat dark as befits a ghost story, but are also filled with bright white ghosts trying to scare the living. Finding the spiders makes the book more interactive (and isn’t always easy!). I highly recommend this book, a useful tool for teaching children to be respectful and kind to those who are different.
November 15, 2019
Did you find the spiders?
Delightful illustrations. Simple story about how being a bit different doesn't need to make us feel Different. Interactive in asking us to find the spiders. Just a very pleasant book. Can hardly wait to read it with my grand kids.
Delightful illustrations. Simple story about how being a bit different doesn't need to make us feel Different. Interactive in asking us to find the spiders. Just a very pleasant book. Can hardly wait to read it with my grand kids.
November 17, 2019
Inclusive
This is a great story book for toddlers and early readers. It is entertaining and colorful. It introduces a speech impediment by making a ghost less scary and thereby allowing the children to befriend him. Could be used to help prevent bullying of children so afflicted.
This is a great story book for toddlers and early readers. It is entertaining and colorful. It introduces a speech impediment by making a ghost less scary and thereby allowing the children to befriend him. Could be used to help prevent bullying of children so afflicted.
November 17, 2019
Mooooooooooo
This is adorable!!! Poor Little Ghost has a speech impediment and can't say Boo. The other Ghost make fun of him. But he finds some amazing friends and they love him just the way he is. Delightful children's story.
This is adorable!!! Poor Little Ghost has a speech impediment and can't say Boo. The other Ghost make fun of him. But he finds some amazing friends and they love him just the way he is. Delightful children's story.
December 13, 2019
Adorable! Poor Moo can't talk very well just yet, so instead of boo, it's moo!! Which is fine for three brothers and sisters, who come to his haunted house, and play with him, and the other ghosts all day, til they have to go home. They do promise to come back and play with Moo again, though!
February 25, 2023
The book can serve as a little reminder to children that when they're new in a town, it's easy to feel alone. They might get picked on or called names. Even worse, they might feel like they can't do anything to stop it. But they can!
March 5, 2023
All the other ghosts are mean to him because he's different. But he has a friend who understands him right away—a couple of humans! The book can be a means to explain to children that, despite differences, one can find friends.
March 7, 2023
A humorous depiction of a ghost attempting to fit in, in which everyone makes fun of his unusual speech. He soon realizes that, despite his speech impairment, he can still make friends who accept him for who he is.
March 20, 2023
When others laugh and avoid them, children can feel isolated and lost. Kids usually respond best to a short but entertaining message, such as the message in this book, which is to be patient and find those with whom you are comfortable.
November 16, 2019
Cute 👻 story
Adorable who's tale that will not scare the living! A great way to let the kiddies know that not everything has to be feared. Cute Halloween book.
Adorable who's tale that will not scare the living! A great way to let the kiddies know that not everything has to be feared. Cute Halloween book.
January 31, 2020
I like it so much that I read it a couple of times! If you get the chance to read this book don't pass it up.
February 14, 2023
This sweet story about a bullied ghost who is misunderstood by his peers is a great, touching tale for kids. It's funny, and it has moral lessons that children can learn.
February 25, 2023
A funny story about a ghost who wants to fit in But it also serves as an excellent tool to teach kids not to judge someone for the way they speak.
March 2, 2023
I gave this book to my niece, and she has been giggling for a long time about a ghost saying moo. It was an excellent way to pique her interest in reading.
March 5, 2023
"Moo the Ghost" is a funny little story that will have kids laughing and understanding that despite some issues, anyone can find a friend; they just need to be patient.
March 8, 2023
The story focuses on the importance of finding friends who understand you and how you should never let anyone make fun of or hurt you or anyone else.
March 23, 2023
Any child will learn to embrace their individuality and be proud of their speech impairment. And this is just the first step of a lifelong journey of discovery and understanding.
March 24, 2023
The text adopts a friendly tone to help the reader identify and reflect on what the text is attempting to portray, namely friendliness and understanding.
February 11, 2020
I won this book in a Giveaway here on Goodreads and my review is my honest opinion about the book.
I really enjoyed the book especially the illustrations. The message was great as well about being different and making friends despite of it.
My 2 year old loved the book.
I really enjoyed the book especially the illustrations. The message was great as well about being different and making friends despite of it.
My 2 year old loved the book.
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