Based upon a True Story
Veronica the cow
Did you know?
Veronica’s story began in the real world!
In Austria, high in the mountains, scientists once met a very clever cow who surprised everyone.
This cow used tools — like sticks and brooms — to scratch herself in smart ways.
She even used different ends of the same broom for different kinds of scratches!
The scientists were amazed.
They realised that cows might be much smarter than people had thought.
Veronica in this book is a make-believe character, but her curiosity and clever thinking were inspired by that real cow.
Sometimes, the most amazing ideas come from simply noticing what’s around you.
So next time you have a problem, look around.
You might already have just the thing you need!
Veronica
An Unofficial Biography (Possibly Written by Veronica Herself)
Name: Veronica
Species: Swiss Brown Cow
Home: The Austrian Alps
Age: 4 years
Special Skills: Thinking, scratching, problem-solving, patience, and enjoys helping others.
Veronica was born in a field, as most sensible cows are, surrounded by grass, mountains, and other cows who were perfectly happy doing things the way they had always been done.
Veronica was happy too.
Mostly.
But even as a young cow, Veronica noticed something important.
Some itches were serious itches.
Some itches were polite itches.
And rubbing on the same old tree did not always work.
While other cows accepted this as “just how itching is,” Veronica wondered if there might be… another way.
Early Signs of Brilliance
As a calf, Veronica showed early interest in:
– Objects humans left behind
– Sticks that were particularly scratchy
– Fence posts with good angles
– Brooms (especially brooms)
She did not show interest in:
– Rushing
– Following the crowd
– Doing things simply because “everyone else does”
This sometimes made other animals nervous.
The Broom Incident
One day, Veronica discovered an old broom.
Most cows would have walked past it.
Veronica did not.
She noticed something very clever:
– One end was stiff and scratchy
– The other end was smooth and gentle
And so Veronica did what any thoughtful cow would do.
She experimented.
Bristles for bold itches.
Handle for careful itches.
Scientists would later call this “advanced tool use”.
Veronica called it common sense.
Word of Veronica’s talents eventually spread beyond the field.
Scientists arrived.
They watched.
They blinked.
They wrote things down.
and concluded that, cows were not “supposed” to do this.
Veronica found this surprising.
After all, the broom was right there.
Why Veronica Is a Star
Veronica is not famous because she is the fastest cow.
Or the loudest cow.
Or the bossiest cow.
She is a star because:
– She notices things others overlook
– She tries ideas instead of giving up
– She helps without needing applause
– She keeps going even when others don’t understand
Why Kids Love Veronica
Kids love Veronica because:
– She’s curious
– She’s a little different
– She figures things out her own way
– She doesn’t give long speeches
– She shows that being clever can be quiet, funny, and kind
She makes mistakes.
She tries again.
She doesn’t stop being herself.
Why Parents Love Veronica
Parents love Veronica because:
– She encourages problem-solving without preaching
– She celebrates curiosity and independence
– She models patience and resilience
– She shows that intelligence comes in many forms
– She turns “being different” into a strength
And because, frankly…
A cow with a broom is very funny.
Veronica Today
These days, Veronica continues to live in the Alps, keeping an eye out for:
– Useful objects
– Interesting problems
– Other animals who might need a hand
– And, of course, a really good scratch
Her story has now wandered into a book — not because Veronica asked for it, but because sometimes the best stories are already standing quietly in a field, thinking.
And occasionally holding a broom.
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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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“Sometimes the smartest idea is noticing what’s already there.”
Veronica & Jaz
“It’s not about being the smartest — it’s about wanting to solve the problem.”
Veronica & Jaz
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