Where's the Goose?

About the Book

Do you remember a time when you were told by a loved one to not do something? Read "Where's The Goose?" to your children and let them see what happens when Wiley does not listen and he finds out why his elderly aunt and uncle keep telling him to leave their mean old goose alone. Wiley finally understands why there is only one goose on their beautiful farm nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. This lively short story will help little ones understand that they need to listen to loved ones when they warn them about danger. Young readers will enjoy seeing what happens when a very large agitated goose decides to get Wiley for disturbing his peace.

About the Author

Sharon Beasley Strickland retired after 37 years in federal service and is now a full partner in Strickland Resources. She spends much of her time writing articles, poetry, and children's stories. She adores children and is the mother of two wonderful daughters (Jaime Marie, a veterinary nurse and Kerry Ann, a high school Honors English teacher and varsity soccer coach). She has two grandchildren (Liam Wiley and Keely Ann) and is filling their lives with books and reading time, lots of kisses, hugs, and snuggling time, and a love of music and dance. She has a very special husband and two wonderful son-in-laws (Andy and Brian) and loves spending time with them. Her husband, Wiley Ronald Strickland, is her greatest supporter and she has many siblings, family members, and best friends forever that love her work. She makes the little grandchildren, great nieces, and great nephews giggle much and this book is dedicated to all who believe in her work. She especially thanks her Aunt Nicky and Uncle Brooks for being her "treasures."