The Adventures of Paddy the Beaver facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Thornton W. Burgess |
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| Illustrator | Harrison Cady |
| Genre | Children's fiction |
| Publisher | Little, Brown and Company |
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1917 |
The Adventures of Paddy the Beaver (1917) is a fun children's book written by Thornton W. Burgess. It features lovely drawings by Harrison Cady. This story is all about a clever beaver named Paddy and his adventures in the Green Forest.
Contents
Meet Paddy the Beaver
Paddy the Beaver is the main character in this exciting book. He is a busy and smart beaver who loves to build and explore. When Paddy moves to a new home in the Green Forest, he quickly makes new friends and sometimes even outsmarts tricky animals.
What Happens to Paddy?
When Paddy first arrives in the Green Forest, he starts doing what beavers do best: cutting down trees to build his home. This makes Sammy Jay, a noisy bird, very upset! Sammy complains a lot about Paddy's tree-cutting.
One day, Sammy Jay tries to cause trouble for Paddy but ends up falling into the water himself. This teaches Sammy an important lesson about not bothering others.
Paddy's Clever Escapes
Soon, Old Man Coyote, a sly hunter, discovers that Paddy is living in the Green Forest. Old Man Coyote decides he wants to catch Paddy for his dinner. For three whole days, Paddy uses his quick thinking and clever tricks to stay safe and avoid Old Man Coyote.
One time, Old Man Coyote almost catches Paddy! It was a very close call. But just in time, Sammy Jay, who had learned his lesson, shouts a warning to Paddy. Sammy tells Paddy to jump into the water, which is a safe place for beavers.
How Paddy and Sammy Become Friends
After Sammy Jay helps Paddy escape from Old Man Coyote, something wonderful happens. Paddy and Sammy become the best of friends! They learn to trust each other and work together. This shows how even animals who start as rivals can become great companions.
Who Wrote This Book?
The author of The Adventures of Paddy the Beaver is Thornton W. Burgess. He was a famous American writer who loved nature and animals. He wrote many popular children's books, often featuring animals from the Green Forest. His stories teach kids about nature and friendship in a fun way.
When Was It Published?
This book was first published in 1917. That means it's been enjoyed by children for over a hundred years! It's a classic story that continues to teach new generations about the animal world.
Images for kids
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First edition cover of the book
