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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.

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About the Book

Set in the Austrian Alps, Veronica and the Clever Broom follows Veronica, a Swiss Brown cow who notices what others overlook.

When Veronica finds an old broom, she realises that each end can be used in a different way — stiff bristles for tough scratches, and a smooth handle for gentler ones. While the other animals dismiss her ideas, Veronica keeps experimenting, learning, and quietly helping.

When a sudden problem arises, Veronica’s thoughtful approach proves that being different can be a real strength.

Why Children Love Veronica

• She’s curious and kind
• She figures things out through trying and experimenting
• She doesn’t give up when others don’t understand
• She’s funny without trying to be

Why Parents Love This Book

• Encourages problem-solving without preaching
• Supports resilience and independent thinking
• Celebrates intelligence in many forms
• Gently introduces STEM-style thinking through story
• Warm, humorous, and ideal for repeated reading

Inspired by a True Story

Veronica and the Clever Broom was inspired by a real BBC-reported scientific discovery about an Austrian cow who astonished researchers by using tools — including brooms — in sophisticated ways.

This book reimagines that remarkable behaviour through a playful, fictional lens for young readers, reminding us that curiosity and intelligence often appear where we least expect them.

Book Details

Title: Veronica and the Clever Broom
Series: Veronica Thinks Differently
Age Range: 4–7
Format: Picture Book (24–32 pages)
Themes: Curiosity, problem-solving, resilience, thinking differently
Setting: The Austrian Alps

Series Information

This is the first book in the Veronica Thinks Differently series, a collection of picture books that celebrate observation, creativity, and quiet confidence as Veronica solves everyday problems 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 the Veronica the Clever Cow series

Great book, kids loved it

February 19, 2026

My two kids love it, just ordered the new book

Teddy

Loved the illustrations, so graphic

February 16, 2026

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.

Maleny Cross

Wow, super book for young kids

February 16, 2026

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.

Jennifer

I read Veronica's VIS to my two kids !!

February 16, 2026

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

Monica Hathaway

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