Jack visits his grandma, who lives in a house in the woods, across a field, by a pond with a pier. When he gets to be too much for her, she sends him outside to explore. He, of course, heads for the pier. He learns the value of listening, patience and self-control from the animals he meets at the pond. Children will enjoy reading along, out-loud with this amusing book. Animal facts are listed after this delightful story. The story is full of prepositions for you to go over with your child or classroom.