Badger's Perfect Garden

Written by Marsha Diane Arnold · Illustrated by Ramona Kaulitzki

A rainstorm threatens Badger's perfect garden. Is all lost?

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32 pages· 560L

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Bookroo's summary

Badger has meticulously prepared for the perfect garden, with seeds sorted and friends like Red Squirrel and Dormouse ready to help. They plant and celebrate, envisioning vibrant blooms. But when a rainstorm washes away their efforts, Badger faces a dilemma. Is the garden truly ruined, or does nature have a surprise in store? Discover how unexpected challenges can lead to new possibilities.

From the publisher

Badger is ready to plant the perfect garden. He has spent months gathering and sorting seeds. His friends come to help. After the seeds are planted, everyone celebrates. But then a rainstorm comes and washes away all of their hard work. Is the garden ruined?

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Reading age: 5–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 560L

Themes & topics

Books about storms Books about rain Books about gardening Books about friendship Books about feelings and emotions

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What is your favorite thing about Badger's Perfect Garden?

I love how in the end Badger realized his garden didn't need to be perfect, afterall. The jumble-tumble garden Mother Nature had made with the seeds he planted was beautiful.