Metelik

By Mrs. Kate Lyashchenko

Set in a small village in the years just after the war, this touching tale brings readers into a world of wide-open fields, golden sunsets, barefoot childhoods, and simple but powerful bonds between people and animals. When six-year-old Tolik befriends a gentle calf named Metelik, their friendship becomes a source of joy, courage, and quiet strength.
When danger threatens to separate them, Tolik must find the courage to protect the friend he loves, even when it means overcoming his biggest fear. What follows is a story filled with tension, tenderness, and a surprising twist that reminds us how kindness and loyalty can change everything.
Based on a true family story, Metelik celebrates compassion, childhood innocence, and the deep connection between humans and animals.
Perfect for children, families, schools, and anyone who loves meaningful stories about friendship, this book is both gentle and powerful - a story that stays in the heart long after the final page.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GMQRK9W5
• ISBN13: 9798247666875
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"