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Books in Smithsonian's Backyard series

  • Chipmunk at Hollow Tree Lane - a Smithsonian's Backyard Book

    Victoria Sherrow, Allen Davis

    Hardcover (Soundprint, March 1, 1994)
    Winter is near, and Chipmunk is scampering around gathering as many nuts and seeds as possible to take back to her burrow for the long hibernation. Follow Chipmunk as she fends off competitors and prepares for the long, cold winter. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Chipmunk at Hollow Tree Lane is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover dimensions: 12 x 8 3/4 inches
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  • Bullfrog at Magnolia Circle

    Deborah Dennard, Kristin Kest

    Paperback (Palm Kids, Oct. 15, 2001)
    Bullfrog is ready to find a spot of his own where he will use his deep, croaking song to attract a mate. On his search Bullfrog is alert for danger but still faces many challenges along the way. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Bullfrog at Magnolia Circle is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard! This book includes downloadable ebook and read-along audiobook with realistic sound effects for added fun.Other titles in this series include "Black Bear Cub at Sweet Berry Trail", "Chipmunk at Hollow Tree Lane", "River Otter at Autumn Lane", "Garter Snake at Willow Creek Lane", and many more fun and educational Smithsonian Backyard Books!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- 32 pages- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback dimensions: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches
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  • Groundhog at Evergreen Road - a Smithsonian's Backyard Book

    Susan Korman, Higgins Bond

    Paperback (Soundprint, April 1, 2003)
    Groundhog has a busy day ahead of him. He leaves his mother's den to dig his own burrow. Groundhog is moving out, but little does he know, there are predators who are after him. Watch as he tries to escape from a dog and a red hawk. Will he get away? Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Groundhog at Evergreen Road is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback dimensions: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches
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  • Bumblebee at Apple Tree Lane - a Smithsonian's Backyard Book

    Laura Gates Galvin, Kristin Kest

    Paperback (Soundprint, April 1, 2000)
    In a backyard in southern New England, Bumblebee emerges from her winter hibernation and soon her nest is a flurry of activity. Follow Bumblebee and her young as they collect nectar while buzzing around a New England backyard. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Bumblebee at Apple Tree Lane is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations.Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback dimensions: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches
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  • Mallard Duck at Meadow View Pond - a Smithsonian's Backyard Book

    Wendy Pfeffer, Taylor Oughton

    Hardcover (Soundprint, Sept. 1, 2001)
    Growing up on the pond, Mallard Duck and his siblings have all sorts of adventure! Children will follow them as they grow from little hatchlings to young adults ready to migrate south for the winter. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Mallard Duck at Meadow View Pond is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- 32 pages- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Mini book dimensions: 5 7/8 x 4 3/4 inches
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  • Box Turtle At Silver Pond Lane

    Susan Korman

    Paperback (Soundprints Corp Audio, Feb. 1, 2001)
    Children follow Box Turtle as she stirs from her cozy bed of leaves and soil to find the perfect spot to lay her eggs. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Box Turtle at Silver Pond Lane is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback dimensions: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches
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  • Bullfrog at Magnolia Circle - a Smithsonian's Backyard Book

    Deborah Dennard, Kristin Kest

    Paperback (Soundprint, Jan. 1, 2002)
    Bullfrog is ready to find a spot of his own where he will use his deep, croaking song to attract a mate. On his search Bullfrog is alert for danger but still faces many challenges along the way. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Bullfrog at Magnolia Circle is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback dimensions: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches
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  • Bumblebee at Apple Tree Lane - a Smithsonian's Backyard Book

    Laura Gates Galvin, Kristin Kest

    Hardcover (Soundprint, April 1, 2000)
    In a backyard in southern New England, Bumblebee emerges from her winter hibernation and soon her nest is a flurry of activity. Follow Bumblebee and her young as they collect nectar while buzzing around a New England backyard. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Bumblebee at Apple Tree Lane is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations.Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- 32 pages- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Mini book dimensions: 5 7/8 x 4 3/4 inches
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  • Raccoon at Clear Creek Road

    Carolyn Otto, Cathy Trachok

    Hardcover (Soundprint, Sept. 1, 1995)
    Raccoon ventures into a creek to find dinner. Suddenly she is swept to the opposite side, far from her babies. Now she must find her way back to protect her young. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Raccoon at Clear Creek Road is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- 32 pages- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Mini book dimensions: 5 7/8 x 4 3/4 inches
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  • Opossum at Sycamore Road - a Smithsonian's Backyard Book

    Sally M. Walker, Joel Snyder

    Hardcover (Soundprint, Sept. 1, 1997)
    It's nighttime. Opossum and her four babies waddle across a backyard, rummaging through trash cans for food. Suddenly a dog pops out of nowhere! Will Opossum be able to protect her young? Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Opossum at Sycamore Road is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover dimensions: 12 x 8 3/4 inches
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  • Ladybug at Orchard Avenue - a Smithsonian's Backyard Book

    Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld, Thomas Buchs

    Paperback (Soundprints, April 1, 1996)
    Ladybug encounters many predators while hunting for food and searching for a winter home. Ladybug's bright red coloring helps to keep her safe, but will she find enough food and a safe shelter for the winter months ahead? Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Ladybug at Orchard Avenue is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations.Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback dimensions: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches
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  • Gray Squirrel at Pacific Avenue

    Geri Harrington, Michele Chopin Roosevelt

    Hardcover (Soundprint, March 1, 1995)
    Children will enjoy this exciting story as Gray Squirrel darts and dashes away from predators while trying to gather up a tasty meal of bird seed and acorns. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Gray Squirrel at Pacific Avenue is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover dimensions: 12 x 8 3/4 inches
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