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Banjo

by A. Lareina Bierley

A three-legged calf becomes part of the family

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A three-legged calf becomes part of the family

Banjo’s story begins with an injured calf rescued and cared for after losing a leg. The calf becomes a pet in the author’s family, where his antics—including pulling the television through a living-room window—offer comic moments alongside reflections on disability, empathy, and affection. The account also connects Banjo’s adventures with the author’s memories of growing up on a farm and finding confidence in sharing personal stories. The book’s central thread is the bond between a family and an animal whose disability is part of his life, but not the measure of his lovable nature.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Young children interested in farm animals and animal stories
  • Families seeking a story that introduces disability and empathy
  • Adults sharing simple animal-centered stories with preschoolers

Themes

Animal careDisability and belongingFamily bondsEmpathyFarm childhood

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Book overview

Banjo is a heartfelt and humorous story about an injured calf that was rescued and nursed back to health after having its hurt leg amputated. The calf earned the name Banjo, and although he was involved in many hilarious events-such as pulling our television out of the living room window-God allowed him to live his life as a pet to my family. From Banjo, we learned joy, empathy, and humor: "What a wonderful way for my brothers and me to learn that a disability may make you different, but the heart of a being is what makes you lovable."

 

As a hardworking little farm girl, I was reluctant to share my life stories with my classmates, but "the things that I was so afraid to speak about due to my youthful insecurities now make me feel proud and intent to share." Just like my students, may you enjoy some of the adventures we had with our three-legged calf named Banjo.

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