Deep in the Swamp

Written by Donna M. Bateman · Illustrated by Brian Lies

Sing and count along with swamp creatures in a vibrant adventure.

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32 pages· 387 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· AD820L

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Bookroo's summary

Journey into the Okefenokee Swamp, where counting becomes an enchanting song. Meet an otter pup, turtles, and flame bird chicks as they explore their lush habitat. With each page, vibrant illustrations bring the swamp to life, inviting readers to discover the wonders of nature. As you count from one to ten, uncover fascinating facts about the creatures and plants that call this swamp home. Will you find all the hidden secrets in this colorful world?

From the publisher

Set to the melody of “Over in the Meadow,” readers will love reading, counting, and singing along with the creatures that live in the swamp. Count from one otter pup and his mother, two little turtles and their mama snapping turtle, three little chicks and their mother flame bird, all the way up to ten baby crayfish in their underwater den. With lush illustrations from the award-winning Brian Lies, the habitats come to life with vibrant color and detail, as they show all the plants and animals that make the swamp their home. For more advanced readers, backmatter includes fun facts about all the flora and fauna named in this story, set in the Okefenokee Swamp.

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