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Veronica and the Very Noisy Bell
A noisy bell. A worried cow. A farm full of surprises. Veronica soon learns that sometimes the thing we wish away is the very thing that saves the day.
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About the Book
Veronica and the Very Noisy Bell
Set in the peaceful green fields of the Austrian Alps, Veronica and the Very Noisy Bell follows Veronica, a thoughtful Swiss Brown cow who is always paying attention.
Around her neck hangs a shiny silver bell that makes a loud CLING-CLANG! wherever she goes. While the other animals sometimes wish it were quieter, Veronica isn’t so sure it’s a problem at all.
When one of her friends finds themselves in trouble, Veronica discovers that the very thing that seems inconvenient might actually be her greatest strength.
Why Children Love Veronica
• She’s calm, kind, and observant
• She notices things others miss
• She turns problems into possibilities
• She’s brave in her own gentle way
Why Parents Love This Book
• Encourages confidence and self-acceptance
• Shows children that differences can be strengths
• Supports emotional awareness and empathy
• Promotes quiet leadership and courage
• Warm, reassuring, and perfect for repeated bedtime reading
A Story About Hidden Strengths
Veronica and the Very Noisy Bell reminds children that sometimes the thing we feel unsure about — the thing that makes us stand out — can become the very thing that helps others most.
Through gentle storytelling and farmyard charm, Veronica shows that confidence doesn’t have to be loud… even if your bell is.
Book Details
Title: Veronica and the Very Noisy Bell
Series: Veronica Thinks Differently
Age Range: 4–7
Format: Picture Book (24–32 pages)
Themes: Self-acceptance, courage, empathy, hidden strengths
Setting: The Austrian Alps
Series Information
This is the second book in the Veronica Thinks Differently series — a growing collection of picture books celebrating curiosity, resilience, and thoughtful problem-solving as Veronica helps her friends in her alpine world.
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!
Based Upon a True Story
Reviews of Veronica's Very Important Scratch
Great book, kids loved it
My two kids love it, just ordered the new book
Loved the illustrations, so graphic
I had the kids sitting behind as I read it because they wanted to see the images while I was reading.
Luckily the Paperback version is such a great size because the children could easily see all the pictures.
Wow, super book for young kids
I loved reading this to my children, it had me in tears, it really helped in explaining the situation to the kids in a way that helped.
I also joined their free club and was able to download a few thinsg for the kids iPad.
I read Veronica's VIS to my two kids !!
I read Veronica’s Very Important Scratch to my two Children and the loved it.
I have now read it to them every night for the past week.
I rally ove the book because it is teaching them something
My Books
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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