How Groundhog’s Garden Grew
By Lynne Cherry
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After taking one too many treats from his friends' gardens, Little Groundhog is taught by Squirrel how to grow his own garden, from planting the seeds to harvesting the crop, so that Little Groundhog will have his own garden and finally be able to share with others himself.

Squirrel teaches Little Groundhog how to plant and tend a vegetable garden

Booklist Monthly Selections - #1 February 2003 (BL3C)

PreS-Gr. 3. Little Groundhog loves eating from the neighbor's vegetable garden--maybe too much. Perhaps it's time he planted his own garden and, fortunately, Squirrel is willing to show him how. The two animals collect seeds, store them, and after winter hibernation and spring thaw, plant and tend them. By summer, Little Groundhog is joyfully harvesting and eating what they sowed. And such a plentiful harvest calls for sharing, bringing a wonderful Thanksgiving feast for all to enjoy. In simple, descriptive language, Cherry, author of The Great Kapok Tree (1990), tells a charming and also informative story about plants, gardening, and environmental respect. Her beautiful, full-color illustrations--realistic and wonderfully detailed--often incorporate spot-art borders of labeled seedlings and plants, highlighting a diverse array of wildlife. In an author's note, Cherry describes her own gardening experiences and suggests a few resources for information. Little Groundhog is an endearing character whose awe in the miracle of growth is irresistible; by the close of the story, he has learned the rewards and joy of gardening, as well as the pleasures of friendship and giving. ((Reviewed February 1, 2003)) Copyright 2003 Booklist Reviews