Hostie — Kate Salley Palmer

Colorful illustrations illuminate the story of Hostie, a Holstein cow, and her young owner as they grow together. Sally, a 4-H Club member, prepares Hostie and shows her at the fair. Over the years Hostie competes in many fairs, including the State Fair, and wins prize after prize even a trip to Chicago for Sally. Find out how Hostie fell into a ditch and the unique way she was coaxed to get herself out. Follow Hostie and Sally as the family finally has to sell Hostie to help pay for Sally to go to college. Watch as Sally visits Hostie and her friends at the Happy Cow Farm.