Book details
The Enormous Potato
Published in
1999
Description
The Enormous Potato' by Damian Harvey tells the story of a farmer who plants a potato that grows into an enormous size. When it's time to harvest, the potato is so large that the farmer can't pull it out of the ground by himself. He enlists the help of his wife, but even with both of them pulling, the potato won't budge. The couple continues to seek help from various characters, including their daughter, a dog, a cat, and a mouse, with each new addition joining the effort to pull the potato out. Despite the challenges, the chain of helpers grows longer and eventually, with a collective effort, they succeed in extracting the giant potato from the earth. The story celebrates teamwork, persistence, and community as everyone comes together to achieve a common goal.