Willow Feathers McBeaver, aka Detective Duck, and her pond animal pals investigate puzzling mysteries caused by human disruptions to their habitat.

One summer day, Buddy and his mother take a walk around a pond and observe the animals and insects that live there.

"Life in a pond is exciting. Birds, bugs, and shrews skitter across the surface. Turtles and fish zip along under the water. Beavers, herons, and others make themselves at home by the pond's edge. Discover how these animals survive and thrive in freshwater pond biomes around the world."--Back cover

A collection of poems that provide a look at some of the animals, insects, and plants that are found in ponds, with accompanying information about each.

Explores some of the different animal babies at the pond, such as a duck, a turtle, and a loon. Includes note to parents on what to do at a pond.

"This book introduces readers to the life cycle, behavior, physical characteristics, and habitat of ducks" --

"In this book, children learn all about ponds, including what ponds are like, what lives in ponds, how some ponds are made, and how to stay safe near ponds."--

When Goose goes on vacation, Duck finds out that being in charge and keeping the pond the happiest pond in the world is much too hard.

"From croaking frogs and quacking ducks to floating lily pads and buzzing dragonflies, ponds are bursting with life. Dynamic photographs and descriptive text help budding young scientists discover the plants and animals that live in these freshwater ecosystems."--