As Jeremy and Christina pick vegetables for their mother, they see evidence of animals and insects that have been in the garden before them.

Brimming with stories, wisdom, and expert knowledge, this delightful book gives enthusiasts a peek into the private worlds of eleven North American birds: swallows, blue jays, chickadees, song sparrows, house sparrows, phoebes, mockingbirds, crows, red-winged blackbirds, robins, and hummingbirds. Calvin Simonds shows you how to really observe these birds -- how to interpret the caws of crows, recognize blue jays from their facial markings, understand...

Explores the peas, potatoes, pumpkins, and other vegetables in a garden, as well as the insects and other animals that help them grow.

Biscuit the puppy is eager to see the plants and make friends with the animals in the garden.

Get the best out of your outside space by calling on your garden 'friends'. Introducing helpful wildlife into your garden will help to control pests, maintain a natural chemical-free balance and encourage your garden to bloom, whether you have a large garden, an allotment or a simple window box. Some plants are great 'friends' and are endlessly useful - sweetpeas are good for regenerating tired soil, for example, while marigolds repel pesky greenfly...

"Content-rich photographs and accessible text combine to guide readers as they discover the often overlooked ecosystems found outside their own back doors! Children will be fascinated to learn more about the animals, insects, and plants they often take for granted, including squirrels, skunks, bees, and dandelions."--

"Meet Rory. He's a small, inquisitive bird who loves to visit yards and gardens, including yours! From stinky rubbish to hungry cats, the yard can sometimes be a dangerous place. Will you volunteer to help keep him safe?"--Amazon.com.

Presents illustrations of familiar garden animals, including the bee, mole, robin, and worm. On board pages.