When Norman Came Storming: a highland cow picture book about being different
Big, hairy and very, very friendly! It's Norman's first day on the farm, and the little Highland calf can't wait to make friends. But when he comes storming through the paddocks, the ducks scatter, the goats bolt and the hens hide up a tree.
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What this book helps with
For any child who is big, loud, bursting with enthusiasm or just a little bit different. Norman isn't told to be someone else. He learns there's a time for stomping and a time for tiptoeing.
- Children with big energy
- Feeling different or left out
- Making friends
- Body awareness and gentle play
Little listeners can stomp along with Norman, then tiptoe with him too.
Reading it together
Three questions to ask after the story:
- How did the other animals feel when Norman came storming in?
- What did Norman try instead?
- When is a good time for a big stompy voice, and when is it time to tiptoe?
Inside the book
It's Norman's first day on the farm, and the little Highland calf can't wait to make friends. But when he comes storming through the paddocks, everyone runs for cover. What if Norman tried tiptoeing instead? A warm story for any child who is big, loud or just a little bit different.
Can you find Dippy?
Dippy the dog sneaks onto almost every page of the Norman and Friends books. Ask your little one to find him on each page. Some are easy. Some will have grown-ups looking twice too. More free games and activities.
“This book is sooooo cute. We love Hairy cows, so Norman really has become a family favourite.”
★★★★★ Goodreads review
Free printable activities
Talk-about questions, trace and write, draw a line to match, and a drawing page.
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More from Evee Sway
Before this: Lennie the Lamb. Next: Timmy the Duck With No Dive. Or see all the Norman and Friends books.