Alfalfa was a happy little goat, grazing on weeds and shrubs at Harmony Hills Farm. When she had finished eating every little green, growing thing, her owner, Maggie, had an idea. Alfalfa needed a job! Maggie put up a sign: Rent A Goat. She had customers for her Rental Goat right away. But everywhere Alfalfa went, she made mistakes. Finally, the little goat discovered a yoga class where she felt loved and appreciated for being herself―a happy, frisky little goat.
Sue Houser is a retired social worker/play therapist who offered a space for children, and adults, to express themselves through sand tray work, art, and play. Her award-winning books that reflect New Mexico's diverse culture are:
Anais Savariau received her BFA in Visual Communications from New Mexico Highlands University Media Arts & Technology in 2023. She enjoys learning about global society, art and culture, and these passions have helped inform and inspire her work. She loves to challenge herself with the process of illustrating stories for, and about others. Her portfolio includes graphic design and illustration for private clients and public institutions. Goat for Rent is her first children's book.