How did Tommy get a nickname like Ticklebritches?
Join young Tommy on a heartwarming Sunday visit to his grandparents' farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina-where dusty roads, clucking chickens, a gentle horse named Molly, and Grandpa's hilarious banana pudding mishap lead to laughter that echoes through the hills!
When Grandma accidentally swaps vanilla for liniment in Grandpa's favorite dessert, the result is anything but sweet-and Tommy's joyful, giggly reaction earns him a nickname that sticks for life: Tommy Ticklebritches!
Filled with nostalgic charm, rural Americana, and intergenerational love, this whimsical children's story celebrates family, faith, and the simple joy of laughter. Perfect for bedtime reading or story time, it gently reminds readers of all ages to find humor in life's little blunders-and to always keep your heart light.
With warm, expressive illustrations by Billie Jean Johnston and a timeless message rooted in kindness and joy, Tommy Ticklebritches is a delightful read-aloud tale that will tickle your funny bone and warm your soul.
Dedicated to the author's great-grandchildren with the words: "Always put your faith and trust in God."
