“Rhyme, rhythm, and adventure — storytelling for the young and the young at heart .”
"It's your gap–toothed horsey, Li'l Ben, from Muckapoo Farm–welcome!"
Meet the creators:
Author: Mary Ann Cogliano
Mary Ann is a Northern California-based author and inventor with a passion for inspiring young minds. She has designed and patented a series of educational toys that have been embraced by the learning toy industry. Her deep love for animals shines through in both her personal life—and her writing.
illustrator: Phil Wilson
Phil is an award - winning Pittsburg -based illustrator with over fifty years of professional experience in animation and illustration fields. Phil has garnered numerous awards in film and illustration work, and has been inducted into two halls of fame.
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What happens when a grumpy wild boar takes charge of MUCKAPOO FARM with a push and a shove?
AUDIO ROOTY Le’ BOAR is a heartfelt children’s audiobook that gently explores the topic of bullying—helping kids face it with courage and kindness.
Rooty isn’t just mean—he’s misunderstood.
A warm and witty story about empathy, change, and the power of friendship.
Teaching kindness is tough. Rooty Le’ BOAR makes it easier.
Whether your child has experienced bullying, witnessed it, or just needs a story about kindness, Rooty’s journey opens the door to big conversations in a safe and silly way.
“Go Find Diggy the mole — He’s on a Hiding Streak!”
"Go find Diggy — you’ll just get a peek!"
"Go find Diggy — he won’t make a squeak!"
"Go find Diggy — he loves hide –and –go –seek!"
MEET ROOTY Le' BOAR
What happens when a grouchy, wild boar rules, MUCKAPOO FARM with a push and shove?