Welcome to Veronica's World
Meet Veronica and her Friends
Some cows just eat grass. Veronica asks why.
High in the green fields of the Austrian Alps lives Veronica, a thoughtful Swiss Brown cow who has a habit of noticing things other animals miss.
While others rush, Veronica pauses.
While others struggle, Veronica thinks.
And somehow, she often finds the clever solution hiding in plain sight. What began with one curious cow and a very itchy problem has grown into Veronica’s World — a place filled with stories, music, adventures, and a whole farmyard of unforgettable characters.
Here you’ll discover:
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- Beautifully illustrated children’s books
- Read-along videos and audio stories
- Songs and music from the farm
- Activities for parents and teachers
- News and surprises from Veronica’s World
At the heart of every story is the same gentle idea:
Being thoughtful, curious, and a little different can be a wonderful thing.
So come and meet Veronica, Otto the Horse, Liesel the Calf, Great the Goat, Shaun the Sheep and the rest of the farm.
There’s always something new happening in Veronica’s World.
And this is only the beginning.
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Veronica's Very Important Scratch
A funny story about curiosity, problem-solving, and a very important itch.
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Hello! I’m Jaz.
I write stories about animals who think, wonder, and solve problems in surprising ways.
I have lived in lots of different countries, played drums in a band, and I love animals more than just about anything. If I had ten acres and a thousand animals, I would be very happy (even if it was a bit noisy).
I wrote Veronica’s story because I love animals who surprise us — and because sometimes the best ideas come from wanting to fix a small problem, like an itchy scratch.
I hope Veronica’s story makes you laugh, think, and try your own clever ideas.
Jaz Hoy
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Veronica's Very Important Scratch
Veronica has a problem.
A very important problem.
She has an itch she just can’t reach.
While the other animals rub, rush, and give up, Veronica does something different — she stops to think. When she discovers an old broom with two very different ends, Veronica realises that the answer to her problem might already be right in front of her.
What begins as a simple scratch soon becomes a clever discovery that helps more than just Veronica.
A gentle, funny story about curiosity, problem-solving, and the power of noticing what others miss.
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Veronica and The Very Noisy Bell
When the animals need help, they shout.
And shout.
And shout.
But the messages don’t always get through.
Veronica begins to wonder if there’s a better way to be heard. With a bell, a rope, and some clever timing, she discovers that clear communication can make all the difference.
A story about listening, sharing ideas, and finding your voice.
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Veronica's Busy Day
Veronica loves to help. A muddy blanket? She'll scrub it. Lost acorns? She'll find them. A hat stuck in a tree? No problem.
But when every animal on the farm starts calling her name at once, Veronica discovers that even the cleverest cow can't do everything alone.
It takes her friends to remind her of something important — asking for help is just as brave as giving it.
A warm, reassuring story about kindness, knowing your limits, and learning that rest isn't giving up — it's how we keep going.
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"If I had ten acres and a thousand animals, I would be very happy"
Jaz Hoy
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Join author Jaz Hoy for a cosy, joyful reading of Veronica’s story — a tale about curiosity, clever thinking, and a very important itch that just won’t be ignored.
Perfect for children, families, and anyone who loves animals, stories, and a good laugh. There will be time to listen, smile, and meet Veronica (at least in spirit!).
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