Our Book Series
Derek the Hungry Sheep
The first book in The Adventures at Hidden Valley Farm series is inspired by the antics of Derek the Sheep.
Derek is hungry, friendly, and oh so cheeky — always on the lookout for more food! He starts his day with breakfast alongside his friend Babs the goat… but one feed is never enough. Follow Derek as his tummy leads him into a day full of fun and mischief.
Age Range: Early Learners onwards All profits go directly to supporting the animals at Hidden Valley Farm Sanctuary.
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Derek is hungry, friendly, and oh so cheeky — always on the lookout for more food! He starts his day with breakfast alongside his friend Babs the goat… but one feed is never enough. Follow Derek as his tummy leads him into a day full of fun and mischief.
Age Range: Early Learners onwards All profits go directly to supporting the animals at Hidden Valley Farm Sanctuary.
Stay Connected
Babs Goes to the Fair (Pre-Order Today...)
Come along with Babs the goat as she heads off to a local school fair with her friends — Derek the sheep and two cheeky miniature ponies, Pixi and Nellie.
Farmer Terri sets up a cozy play area filled with hay and treats, but Babs has her eyes on something else…
As she watches the children laughing, playing, and exploring, Babs thinks: “I want to do what they’re doing!” And just like that, her mischievous adventure begins!
Full of fun, surprises, and a little goat mischief, this heartwarming story is based on Babs’s real-life trip to the fair in 2022. Age Range: Early Learners onwards All profits go directly to supporting the animals at Hidden Valley Farm Sanctuary. Stay Connected
Farmer Terri sets up a cozy play area filled with hay and treats, but Babs has her eyes on something else…
As she watches the children laughing, playing, and exploring, Babs thinks: “I want to do what they’re doing!” And just like that, her mischievous adventure begins!
Full of fun, surprises, and a little goat mischief, this heartwarming story is based on Babs’s real-life trip to the fair in 2022. Age Range: Early Learners onwards All profits go directly to supporting the animals at Hidden Valley Farm Sanctuary. Stay Connected
Tilly's Silly Sports Day (Watch this Space..)
The whole farm is herded together by Tilly the farm dog for a fun-filled day of giggles and jiggles at the Hidden Valley Farm Sports Day!
This third adventure in The Adventures at Hidden Valley Farm series introduces a new illustrator and fresh book format — but with the same excitement, charm, and loveable characters you already know and enjoy.
Perfect for: Early learners (but loved by readers of all ages!) Age Range: Early Learners onwards All profits go directly to supporting the animals at Hidden Valley Farm Sanctuary. Stay Connected
This third adventure in The Adventures at Hidden Valley Farm series introduces a new illustrator and fresh book format — but with the same excitement, charm, and loveable characters you already know and enjoy.
Perfect for: Early learners (but loved by readers of all ages!) Age Range: Early Learners onwards All profits go directly to supporting the animals at Hidden Valley Farm Sanctuary. Stay Connected
Meet the Authors
The Adventures at Hidden Valley Farm children’s storybook series is lovingly written by Claire (aka Clairecrow), one of our regular volunteers and sponsors, together with Farmer Terri (aka Terri Everett), the proprietor of Hidden Valley Farm Sanctuary.
Each book is inspired by the real-life adventures of the animals who live at the sanctuary. With playful storytelling and gentle lessons, these tales invite children into a world of curiosity, kindness, and farmyard fun.
The first two stories are beautifully illustrated by Julie Davies of Joolzart, a talented local artist and close friend of Claire and Terri, who brings each animal’s personality to life with her vibrant water colours.
Printed locally by Copy Press in Nelson, the books are proudly distributed through this site, with profits going directly toward the care and husbandry of the farm pets who call Hidden Valley home.
Perfect for: Parents, grandparents, and guardians to read aloud to their young children.Purpose: To spark joy and education while supporting the sanctuary’s mission of compassion and lifelong care.
Hidden Valley Farm is open to the public by appointment only, offering not just a home for animals, but also farm holidays, animal-assisted therapies, workshops, and more—bringing people and animals together in healing and happiness. A Haven for all Hearts, learn more, follow Facebook. Stay Connected
Each book is inspired by the real-life adventures of the animals who live at the sanctuary. With playful storytelling and gentle lessons, these tales invite children into a world of curiosity, kindness, and farmyard fun.
The first two stories are beautifully illustrated by Julie Davies of Joolzart, a talented local artist and close friend of Claire and Terri, who brings each animal’s personality to life with her vibrant water colours.
Printed locally by Copy Press in Nelson, the books are proudly distributed through this site, with profits going directly toward the care and husbandry of the farm pets who call Hidden Valley home.
Perfect for: Parents, grandparents, and guardians to read aloud to their young children.Purpose: To spark joy and education while supporting the sanctuary’s mission of compassion and lifelong care.
Hidden Valley Farm is open to the public by appointment only, offering not just a home for animals, but also farm holidays, animal-assisted therapies, workshops, and more—bringing people and animals together in healing and happiness. A Haven for all Hearts, learn more, follow Facebook. Stay Connected
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