A little Irish field mouse is the subject of a new Irish children’s picture book by County Cork native, Maureen O’Hanlon. In today’s giveaway post, I’m delighted to introduce this little field mouse who’s on his way to visit the rainbow.
Maureen has previously shared her lovely photography of Doneraile Park with us and today she has graciously provided two copies of her new children’s book for two lucky readers to win.
But before I share the details of how to enter our sweepstakes, let’s first join this friendly little field mouse on his adventures.
Author Maureen O Hanlon announces release of ‘The Little Field Mouse Visits the Rainbow’ –
DONERAILE, Ireland – In Maureen O’Hanlon’s new book,“The Little Field Mouse Visits the Rainbow” (published by AuthorHouse UK), a woman meets a small field mouse on his way to visit the rainbow. This children’s book teaches young readers about the colors of the rainbow.
One day, as she is strolling along the countryside, a woman comes across a little field mouse jumping up and down with joy in a field.
When she asks the mouse why he’s so happy, he explains he has an appointment to visit the rainbow at 2 o’clock.
With the help of the seven rainbow chiefs – Berry, Petal, Stem, Blade, Leaf, Clover and Bud – the mouse journeys to make his way to finally meet the rainbow.
Featuring pastel illustrations and large font, O”Hanlon explains the book is designed with young readers in mind.
She adds, “Because it’s educational, it will grasp their attention – it’s a funny, magical adventure and a very happy story.”
These books are written in a fireside, storytelling style using Irish spelling not American word format.
An Excerpt From “The Little Field Mouse Visits the Rainbow” –
The little field mouse had dressed in his best colourful clothes, a yellow hat with a purple rim, an orange jumper, blue pants, green socks and red shoes. He brushed his hair, cleaned his face, washed his paws, wiped his long tail and got his backpack ready.
Details and Where To Buy:
“The Little Field Mouse Visits the Rainbow”
By Maureen O Hanlon
Softcover | 8.5 x 8.5 in | 26 pages | ISBN 9781546292685
E-Book | 26 pages | ISBN 9781546292678
Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble
Maureen will ship her books anywhere in the world from Ireland, if you would prefer to order directly from the author. Simply send her an email and she’ll get back to you to let you know how to use Paypal to purchase her books.
Maureen’s Email: [email protected]
About the Author:
Maureen O Hanlon was born in 1954 in Liscarroll, County Cork, Ireland. A professional hairdresser, her interest in story telling stems from telling made up stories to her children at bedtime. She now has six grandchildren.
The Giveaway:
Two lucky readers will win copies of The Little Field Mouse Visits The Rainbow by Maureen O’Hanlon.
To enter just leave a comment on this blog post by noon on Saturday, September 8th, 2018.
Any comment will do. What you write does not affect your chance of winning, but if you need inspiration why not tell us if you have a favorite children’s picture book.
A winning comment will be chosen randomly. Remember to leave your e-mail so that I can contact you should you win. Your e-mail won’t be published, just used to contact our lucky contestants for mailing of the prizes.
The winners will be announced Saturday, September 8th, 2018, at the bottom of this blog post.
You may check out Irish American Mom’s complete terms and conditions for sweepstakes’ entries by clicking here.
A big thank you to Maureen O’Hanlon for sponsoring this giveaway and for sharing her field mouse tales with us today. Wishing her every success with her lovely childrens’ books.
Feel free to share this giveaway with any friends or family with little ones to enjoy a little story about an adventurous Irish field mouse.
Winners Chosen September 8th, 2018
Two lucky winners were chosen using the Pick Giveaway Winner plug-in by WordPress. Congratulations to:
Denise and Kathleen
I’ll be in touch to arrange mailing of your prizes.
Many thanks to all who supported this little giveaway and joined our discussion about children’s books. And wishing Maureen every success with her writing.
Slán agus beannacht!
(Goodbye and blessings)
Irish American Mom
This book looks lovely- thanks Maureen for a chance to win. Best of luck with your picture book.
Hi Eileen – I too echo your wishes of success for Maureen as she shares her stories with the world.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
Enchanting story and illustration — would love to receive this little book.
It truly is adorable.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
My grandchildren would love this adorable book!
Hi Debbie – It’s a perfect book for little ones who love animal tales.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
The book looks so cute. My sons and I were in Ireland for the first time in May. Such a beautiful place.
Hi Denise – I’m delighted to hear you made your first trip to Ireland this year and found it to be a beautiful place. It’s a unique little corner of the world.
Best wishes,
Mairéad ☘
I would LOVE to win this sweet book! I’ll read it then settle into my rocker and read it to my grands!! So good to get a post from my favorite Irish American! Blessings, Mary
Hi Mary – A rocking chair is the perfect spot for reading to grandchildren. Every rhythmic movement makes stories more enchanting.
Thanks as always for stopping by and for bestowing such a compliment – “favorite Irish American.” I am honored and grateful to you for checking out my ramblings.
All the best to you and yours,
Mairéad ☘
I love it. And so will my grandchildren. My grandson loves to read. And my granddaughter will be born soon. And if she’s anything like our family she will love the stories.
They just got back home from Ireland. And will be a part of them forever
Thanks for the oppuntunity.
Hi Sheila – Congratulations that your going to be a grandma again soon. Lovely to hear your family got to visit Ireland. The land of their ancestors is not only in their blood now, but will be part of their memories and souls forever.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
The Irish sky is mercurial, blue one minute and brooding the next. Its the rainbow that connects the clouds to the greenest land. To witness it is magic.
Hi Kathleen – Irish rainbows are pure magic. I’ve seen rainbows in many parts of the world, but Irish rainbows are mystically enchanting. It’s hard to explain. I think the rich green shades of the surrounding landscape make the rainbow colors pop, even when the skies are a little grey.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
What a charming little book.
Hi Joyce – It truly is delightful.
Take care and thanks for checking out this giveaway.
Mairéad ☘
What a delightful little book! My grandchildren will love it.
Hi JoAnn – Reading with grandchildren is such joy. It’s lovely to hear from so many grandparents who read to their grandchildren. That makes my heart sing.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
Oh! You just taught me how to comment on your sweet blog!! Thank you! And thank you for letting us be in the running for the little book. New Grammie here so any book is of interest!
Hi Mary – Congratulations on becoming a Grammie. What joy. Soon you’ll be reading together and enjoying the precious connection of storytime.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
Looks like another book I need to add to my granddaughter’s library whether I win a copy or buy one!
Hi Janine – This is a cute little story with lovely illustrations.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
I always enjoy your blog. This looks like a charming book.
Hi Paula – Thanks for following my ramblings and supporting my blog and giveaways.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
I’m sure my granddaughters would enjoy this!
Hi Erin – A perfect read for grandchildren.
Thanks for stopping by and supporting this little giveaway.
Mairéad ☘
I’m on my way to Ireland with a 22 month old granddaughter and her parents. It is SO exciting! I’d love this book for her and my other 10 grandchildren.
Have an amazing time in Ireland with your family. I hope the sun will shine and Ireland will be everything you every dreamed it could be.
Best of luck and happy travels.
Mairéad ☘
What a lovely little story Maureen ❣️ I was wondering if this book is available in the USA ? My youngest of seven grandchildren is three years old and I am certain he would love this book . My maiden name is Fitzgerald and I have been told that my ancestors come from County Cork .
Hi Tammy – You can email Maureen at [email protected] to order the book. She’ll give you instructions for paying through Paypal. She ships all over the world.
County Cork is a lovely part of Ireland. I hope you get to visit someday.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
Good morning
Just a gentle reminder, my 2 childrens storybooks called The Little Fieldmouse visits the sun and the rainbow are also available from my home here in Ireland, I post all over the world, im currently writing my third childrens book called The little Fieldmouse visits the moon, these books are a series of the little Fieldmouse going on his adventures, I keep the same pastel colours and decor on the little Fieldmouses house, the little Fieldmouse always wears the same orange jumper, blue pants, green socks and red shoes so that children can identify with him and where where he lives, he lives with his Mummy and Daddy 4 little brothers and 3 little sisters in Doneraile wildlife park in Doneraile Co Cork where I live, I meet him everyday in my travels around our beautiful park when im out on daily walks, the fieldmouse and I are a great team as we plan his adventures and full filled day,.
All the best
Maureen.
(Wishing you many nights of bedtime stories and sweet dreams)
Hi Maureen – Thanks for letting us know about ordering the books directly from you. I’ll add your email in the body of the text above. And thanks so much for sponsoring this prize.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
Thank you Mairead and a big thanks for running the competition for me.
Regards
Maureen
So beautiful, my little nephew and godson would love it!
Hi Daniela – He surely would love this adorable book.
Take care,
Mairéad ☘
This book looks like a wonderful adventure for a young reader! Thank you for this opportunity.
I hope one day to get to visit Doneraile wildlife park in Cork!
May God’s blessing be yours!
Hi Marion – I hope you make it to Doneraile someday very soon.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
I have the perfect young reader in mind. Thank you for the chance to win this precious book.
God bless you
So glad you stopped by to check out this book.
Have a great week,
Mairéad ☘
Love Cork my Father was from there ,Lots of teachers in my family and my niece this year will be working with Children one on one having a difficult time learning to read -this lovely book with it’s great illustrations would be a great addition to her collection..
Hi Chris – Knowledge, learning, and teaching are integral to our core values as Cork people. My granny always had great respect for teachers. She would say – “nothing for you, but the book.” I need to repeat that with my kids to make sure they spend less time on electronics. It’s lovely to hear your niece has also chosen the teaching profession and that she is concentrating on special education. Encouraging children with learning challenges to blossom and grow is such a worthwhile vocation. This book would be lovely – my only warning is that some of the spellings are Irish versions of words rather than American, where for example, color is colour. I read many books from Ireland with my kids when they were little. I knew they were benefitting when they started to notice the differences in spellings.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
Ohhhh. I would LOVE to win this sweet book. When my kids were little I found a book called Mother Mother, I want another. It too had adorable animals and a little one who told his at bedtime that he wanted another. She thinks he wants another mother and calls in the other mother animals to soothe her baby. I won’t give away the ending but it is beyond precious. I give it as gifts to any one who is expecting. My daughter and I took a 2 week holiday in Ireland and she told me I am going to be a NANNY!!!! Over the moon and either way these two books will be the start of this baby’s library.
Hi Maureen – Congratulations on the wonderful news. Being a grandmother is such a blessing. How sweet of your daughter to break the good news to you in Ireland. What a special occasion and a special place for sharing such important family news. I too love animal books for children. They teach us to respect nature and hold messages of kindness and compassion. With the advent of electronic games I think we need to do everything we can to share the gentler side of life and Mother Nature with our children.
So glad you had a recent opportunity to visit Ireland.
Best wishes,
Mairéad ☘
good morning, mairead!
i truly enjoy your posts, thank you! my parents were from mayo, kilmeena & louisburg. i visited once and felt i was home.
i would love to win this book for my two granddaughters (the youngest of 17 grandkids).
have a wonderful day & a beautiful fall season.
blessings!
nancy o’malley george
Hi Nancy – You are one busy grandma with 17 grandkids. What blessings. It’s amazing how many Irish Americans report feeling as if they are home when they visit Ireland, especially when they are lucky enough to know exactly from where their ancestors came. Ireland is our spiritual home and we seem to recognize that at some deep level when we visit.
Thanks so much for stopping by and supporting this giveaway.
Best wishes,
Mairéad ☘
Beautiful post! My maternal and paternal grandparents are from Cork. Lovely book! Thank you for your amazing blog, my day is always a bit brighter when you appear in my inbox.
Hugs and Irish blessings to you and yours.
Hi Mary Ann – My family all hail from Counties Cork and Limerick – a beautiful part of the world. Thanks so much for your kind words about my ramblings. It’s lovely to know that my efforts to share a little piece of Ireland with the world are so appreciated.
Many blessings to you too,
Mairéad ☘
Sounds like a great book. Anything from another country always interests my students.
Hi Lisette – Thanks for stopping by. I took a look at your fantastic teaching resources on your webpage. I love your St. Patrick’s Day worksheets for helping kids to learn to count in Spanish. If you ever wish to share your work that has an Irish twist through a guest post just send me an email – [email protected]
Thanks so much for stopping by.
Mairéad
We found out today that we are to be grandparents for the third time, but the first from our son! I would love this book for the start of her library. Thank you for such a delightful prize!
Hi Deidre – What wonderful, happy news. Congratulations to you and your family.
Irish picture books are a perfect way to get little ones started on their journey towards becoming avid readers.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
What a lovely book.
Marion
Hi Marion – It truly is a lovely book with the cutest illustrations.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
This is a great giveaway.
Joan
Glad you like this prize, Joan.
Best of luck,
Mairéad ☘
A beautiful book and story. Thank You for the chance to win.
Marilyn
And thank you for supporting this giveaway, Marilyn.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
What a charming looking book! Would love to read and give a copy to my BFF’s kiddos. Reminds me of one of my favorite books from childhood, “The Rainbow Goblins” – except this story looks much happier 🙂
Hi Nori – It’s amazing how books from our childhood remain with us. Irish legends were part of my early years.
Take care,
Mairéad ☘
I would love to read this deightful book to my new grandson!!
Congratulations on the arrival of your new grandson.
Blessings to you and your growing family.
Mairéad ☘
Oh how I would love to sit with my grandchildren and read this with them. They would love it. 🙂
A perfect book for grandkids without a doubt.
Best wishes,
Mairéad ☘ ☘ ☘
What an enchanting idea. A perfect children’s book. Wishing you continual success with all of your endeavours Miss O Hanlon
“Enchanting” is a lovely word to describe these little books, and I believe it’s important to fill our little ones’ worlds with enchantment. It sustains us as we grow older.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
I would love to win this lovely little story book for my grandsons.
Hi Linda – Thanks so much for entering this giveaway and checking out this new book.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
Thank you all for the encouraging comments, they are a joy to read, and that you all adore the little Island of Ireland I live in , Like Mairead and Kathleen mentioned in a comment above the Irish rainbows are magical, when I was a small little girl my mother always told me there was a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow and I was always trying to find it when ever I saw a rainbow 🙂 now as I am older im always in awe when I see a rainbow they just melt my heart, im 100% sure this is where my Childrens book stemmed from.
Best regards
Maureen
Hi Maureen,
I love the book about the Mouse and the Rainbow! would love it for my son
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My favorite book.. Irish one.. is”Jamie O’Rourke and the Big Potato”!
it is by Tommie DePaola. Have you ever read it? it is good!
I am from
Galway and Roscommon.. my ancestors…we got to go to Ireland last year!
So Beautiful and people so friendly!
I love your blog. thank you
Hi Barbara – What a great picture book to nominate – love it. So glad you got to see Ireland last year. Many thanks for following my blog.
All the best,
Mairéad ☘
Seems like a lovely and fun book for children!
Thanks for supporting this giveaway, Karen.
Take care,
Mairéad ☘
I have four sweet grandsons that would like to see what this mouse is up to! 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!
Hi Cheryl – Little ones always love a story about a little mouse. Thanks so much for stopping by.
Mairéad ☘
Sounds like a wonderful story for our little ones! Always looking for this!
Thank you, Maureen, for giving the world a bright spot!
And who doesn’t love the rainbow colors in any story!
That little Field Mouse is a lucky little guy!
Thank you, Maureen and Mairead! God bless you!
Blessings to you too.
All the best,
Mairéad
This looks lovely! I know of several children who would love this book!
Wonderful, Melissa.
All the best,
Mairéad