Song of the water boatman while the bird admits a

while the bird admits a longtime yearning for claws

" ―Timothy Janovsky

But fate intervenes when she is captured by Patrick’s rebel group

With no one to turn to but her sworn enemy

a blazing passion-one that could set them both free

Song of the water boatman while the bird admits aFrom springs first thaw to autumns chill, the world of the pond is a dramatic place. Though seemingly quiet, ponds are teeming with life and full of surprises. Their denizensfrom peepers to painted turtles, duckweed to diving beetleslead secret and fascinating lives. A unique blend of whimsy, science, poetry, and hand colored woodcuts, this Caldecott Honor winning collection invites us to take a closer look at our hidden ponds and wetlands. Here is a