Description

The Blacknose sheep originated in the 15th century in Valais, Switzerland.

The moppy haired white sheep have spiral horns, with black markings on their nose, knees and feet giving a cuddly look straight out of a children's fairy tale. Edwina lives at Gardiner's Grove in Virginia. She misses her family who live in England, France, and Switzerland. The family make arrangements to hire Barcode, the Guide Dog, and they all arrange Sheep Air to transport them to live with family in Virginia. Edwina visits friends in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The family arrive and they all celebrate with a party and they are most happy. Edwina enjoys celebrating with her family.

The author understands the importance of families being close and the value each family member gains out of living together. Just like children today are reunified. It is a recognized reason for immigration in many countries because of the presence of one or more family members in a certain country which enables the rest of a divided family to emigrate to that country as well. Just like people, the same relationship is shown among animals, even among sheep.

The Blacknose sheep are considered the cutest sheep in the world. They symbolize a desire to conform, and belong to a group or an environment. They show gentleness, kindness and nurture. In fact, sheep are mentioned over 500 times in the Bible. They are a vital part of life in ancient near East.

Just as important in the family environment, is the relationship among members who make time to read to infants and toddlers and even school age children. Reading opens the imagination and creates conversation and connections. It is a favorite many grandparents to have this time with their grandchildren.

This cute book about Edwina The Cutest Sheep in the World is about a family of sheep who live all over the world in the United States, England, France, and Switzerland. Edwina desires to have her family members reunited. Edwina's parents, aunts and uncles make arrangements to travel on Sheep Air to Dulles Airport to reunite with the family. They arrive at Gardiner's Grove in Virginia. Everyone unpacked their suitcases, and they have a great celebration.