The Adventures of Bernard

Book excerpt: Bernard was little more than a tadpole that day on the riverbank near his home. His mother had gathered her children together to warn them of the dangers of going too near the humans that came to the river to fish. He had listened closely to her every word, but unlike his siblings, he found the very thought of such strange visitors to be more exciting than fearful. His curiosity, like a tiny little frog on his shoulder, assured him that it would be a wonderful adventure to get a closer look at the intruders, and if he was careful, there would nothing to fear. By not listening to his mother, he would find himself in some dangerous places with some scary creatures. He was frightened and so alone. All was not lost; he would soon meet a wonderful hound that would take him on many adventures.