Expedition Backyard

By Rosemary Mosco, Binglin Hu

Two friends explore nature's wonders, even after moving to the city.

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128 pages· 1,647 words· Est. 37 min read

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Bookroo's summary

Mole and Vole, best friends and nature enthusiasts, embark on daily adventures to uncover the secrets of their environment. Armed with their trusty nature journal, they document everything from pigeons to maple trees. But when an unexpected move takes them from the countryside to the bustling city, they fear losing their connection to nature. As they navigate their new urban landscape, they discover that wonder can be found everywhere. Join them on a journey of exploration and adaptation, and find out how they embrace change while staying true to their love for the natural world.

From the publisher

Join two best friends–a mole and vole–on their everyday expeditions to find beautiful plants, meet new animals, and learn more about the world all around them in this nonfiction graphic novel. Each day, Mole and Vole venture out into the world - never forgetting their nature journal! - to see what they can find in their own backyard. From pigeons and jumping spiders to swamp milkweed and maple trees, these two explorers get to know every part of their local environment. But after an accidental move from the country to the city, Mole and Vole worry that everything will be different. As they explore, they discover plants to look at and animals to meet in their new home as well. The story of these two best friends brings to life a nonfiction adventure of finding wonder in nature everywhere - no matter where you live. This book concludes with fun activities for kids to do at home.

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