
In a cozy house tucked right in the middle of a sparkling pond lives a lively beaver family with the most distinctive flat tails you’ve ever seen. Grandpa Whackum, the eldest, keeps the clan safe with his rhythmic tail‑drumming warning, while Mama and Papa tend to the home built beneath the water’s surface. The story’s gentle humor shines through the beavers’ everyday chores—chewing bark, shaping their lodge, and preparing for the cold season—creating a warm, inviting world that feels just right for bedtime listening.
The two mischievous brothers, Toodle and Noodle, are the heart of the adventure. Dressed in a spotted suit and a striped one, they set off each day exploring the pond’s banks, often getting into playful scrapes. When Toodle discovers his brother missing, his curiosity leads him into a splash‑filled tumble that promises more giggles and gentle lessons about friendship and caution, all narrated in a soothing, lyrical tone perfect for winding down.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (252K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United States: A. L. Burt Company, 1919.
Credits
Charlene Taylor, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2022-05-04
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1873–1962
Best known for creating Uncle Wiggily, this prolific American writer helped shape early 20th-century children's reading with cheerful stories, adventure series, and radio work. He wrote for young audiences with a lively, accessible style that kept him popular for decades.
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