Adventures of Grandfather Frog
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Grandfather Frog, a wise and resourceful old frog, lives in a quiet meadow. He is content with his life, but he is often bothered by Longlegs the Blue Heron, a hungry and envious bird. Longlegs tries to catch Grandfather Frog for food, but Grandfather Frog is too clever for him. He uses his wits and the help of his friends to outsmart Longlegs and keep him away.Book Details
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Thornton W. Burgess
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Thornton Burgess was an American author, naturalist, and conservationist known for his children's books featuring animal characters. He was born in Sandwich, Massachusetts, in 1874, and grew up in a r...
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