Mountain Born Author:Elizabeth Yates For Peter's family, like those before and after it in countries throughout the world, life revolves around the sheep: the lambing, the docking, the shearing. When Peter is six years old, a special lamb is born: Biddy. Through his caring for this motherless lamb, Peter's character is revealed: his warmth, compassion, and capacity for caring.... more » As both Peter and Biddy grow, their work increases in importance--Peter becomes a greater help to his family every season, while Biddy becomes the leader of the flock. And through them, the reader experiences a simpler time and way of life--a time that demands hard work but allows for reflection on life, friendship, and the ways of sheep.« less