The Adventures of Grandfather Frog

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The Adventures of Grandfather Frog

by Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo) Burgess

EN·~1 hours·26 chapters

Chapters

26 total
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The Adventures of Grandfather Frog - by Thornton W. Burgess

0:12
2

Boston Little, Brown, and Company

0:06
3

List of Illustrations

0:27
4

Billy Mink Finds Little Joe Otter

3:40
5

Longlegs The Blue Heron Receives Callers

4:03
6

Longlegs Visits The Smiling Pool

3:49
7

The Patience Of Longlegs The Blue Heron

3:43
8

Grandfather Frog Jumps Just In Time

4:00
9

Longlegs And Whitetail Quarrel

3:40
10

Grandfather Frog's Big Mouth Gets Him In Trouble

4:05

Description

A sleepy Grandfather Frog rests on his lily‑pad, his mouth full of a careless fly, when the mischievous muskrat Jerry decides to give him a gentle wake‑up. Their playful banter sets the tone for a bright, breezy day in the meadow, where friends chat, chuckle, and share secret schemes. Meanwhile, Billy Mink darts across the Smiling Pool, eager to find Little Joe Otter for a prank that promises plenty of laughter.

Together the little critters hatch a plan to startle the drowsy frog, enlisting the help of Longlegs the blue heron, who’s already feeling out of sorts despite the sunshine. Their camaraderie and quick‑witted antics turn a simple morning into a delightful adventure, inviting listeners into a world where nature’s creatures talk, tease, and love a good harmless trick. The story’s gentle humor and vivid woodland setting make it a charming listen for anyone who enjoys lighthearted tales of friendship and mischief.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (90K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2004-12-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo) Burgess

Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo) Burgess

1874–1965

A beloved storyteller of the natural world, he turned forests, meadows, and marshes into lively neighborhoods where animal characters taught gentle lessons about kindness, caution, and curiosity. His books helped generations of young readers see wildlife with affection and respect.

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