022 - Dodging Danger

About this episode

Arthur Scott Bailey shares his beloved children's stories featuring animals and nature.

Arthur Scott Bailey, a proud native of Vermont, captivated young readers with over forty delightful childrens books featuring a colorful cast of animals, birds, and even insects. One of his most beloved tales, The Tale of Reddy Woodpecker, is part of the cherished Tuck-Me-In Tales series, designed to inspire imagination and a love for nature. - Summary by Larry Wilson

Topics covered

• children's literature
• nature
• imagination
• animal stories
• Vermont

Keywords

• children's books
• Reddy Woodpecker
• Tuck-Me-In Tales
• stories
• nature

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Tale of Reddy Woodpecker, Tuck-Me-In Tales

Places: Vermont

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