Natures Garden

Embrace the future of sustainable living with 'Modern Homestead Garden Guide: Nurturing Nature and Sustainability at Home.' This audiobook is your indispensable companion on a journey toward self-sufficiency and environmental harmony, right in the heart of your own modern homestead.

From his vantage point as a garden designer and writer based in Kyoto, Marc Peter Keane examines the world around him and delivers astonishing insights through an array of narratives. How the names of gardens reveal their essential meaning. A new definition of what art is. What trees are really made of. The true meaning of the enigmatic torii gate found at Shinto shrines. Why we give flowers as gifts. The essential, underlying unity of the world.

Sometimes that very thin line between illusion and reality is not as clearly defined as we would like it to be. It certainly wasn't the day that Alan Mitz stumbled into the garden of Abdul Gasazi. For in this bizarre and eerie place - where strange topiary trees loomed - the evil visage of Gasazi casts its shadow. And even after Alan escaped, the spell of Gasazi still seemed to penetrate into his everyday world. In this extraordinary, unusual, and unique book, Chris Van Allsburg explores both real and surreal worlds with incredible deftness.

In the world of gardening, every droplet and every sound is a story waiting to be told. The Audible edition of this masterpiece isn’t just a guide. It's a sensory experience that melds nature's wisdom with the rhythm of the spoken word.

Angela Douglas shares the joys and curiosities of a decidedly ordinary patch of green in upstate New York cultivated through the art of “strategic neglect"―sometimes taking a hand to manage wildlife, more often letting nature go its own way. From the first flowers of spring and the fireflies of high summer to a hoarding chipmunk in the fall and cardinals singing in the winter, Douglas shows us the magic of welcoming unexpected plant life and animal life into one’s backyard.

Ever gazed at the sky during a downpour and dreamed of turning those raindrops into a treasure trove, more than just soggy shoes? What if you could make rain your ally, helping you dodge hefty water bills while transforming your garden into the neighborhood's crown jewel? Prepare to become the Rain Whisperer with this revolutionary guide! Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or a newbie embarking on your sustainability quest, this audiobook is your ultimate companion.

At first, Cate is frightened by the bumblebee's size and unfamiliar appearance. But soon, she discovers that this mysterious creature is on a mission to protect his family. This enchanting tale will capture the imaginations of listeners young and old. Don't miss out on the adventure of a lifetime with Cate and her new friend! Cate and the Garden Bandits highlights the importance of interdependence and inclusion. In our ever-growing global world, these are becoming more and more important themes, where every individual counts and is equal in value.

Join Bones the adventurous cat as he discovers a magical garden filled with twinkling fireflies and wondrous sights! Will Bones find the courage to approach these new potential friends? Find out now in this second book of the Adventures of Bones series.

A puppy goes to puppy school thinking that he will graduate knowing how to shop, cook and read. Find out in rhyme what he really will learn to do in puppy school. LELAND P. GAMSON enjoys telling animal stories to children and children’s stories to animals. After retiring from the VA and U.S. Army, he is focusing on writing stories for young people.

Knysna (Garden of Eden) South Africa Breathtaking coastlines, picturesque river landscapes and untouched forests give this region where the Garden Route runs its unmistakable charm. The aquatic plants of the Wilderness National Park are a paradise for wildlife.

Step into the world of self-sufficiency and abundance with 'Backyard Homestead Project: Cultivating Self-Sufficiency, Abundance, and a Closer Connection with Nature Right in Your Backyard.' This audiobook is your passport to a more fulfilling and sustainable life, all within the confines of your own backyard.

Grandma Dorothy shared her love of gardens with her daughter, Hillary, and her granddaughter, Chelsea. She taught them that gardens are magical places to learn, exciting spaces for discovery, quiet spots to spend time with family and beautiful areas to share stories and celebrate special occasions. But most of all, she taught them that in her gardens, her love grew and blossomed. Hillary Clinton and Chelsea Clinton team up to show listeners how sharing the things we love with the people we love can create powerful, everlasting bonds between generations.

Welcome to the Hermie and Father collection of short stories. Before you drift off into the strange world of Hermie and Father, I would like to introduce us. I am Father, a patient man, but sometimes pushed to the limit by Hermie’s little ways. Hermie is my little miniature Schnauzer, who has a mind of his own. He is the cutest little dog, but has very strong opinions of what should be done, and when!

Everyone has been fascinated by hummingbirds at one time or another. Now, Lisa Cockrell, shows you how to build a hummer garden so you too can enjoy the sights of these amazing creatures. Full of advice, this audiobook gives you the ground work to create something special and marvel at one of life's truly remarkable birds, the hummingbird.

See a sunflower grow from seed to seed. Mama Gloria Chinese-English Bilingual Books are a great introduction to high-interest topics. In addition to the American English audio file in this audiobook, listeners will also have access to the audio files in Cantonese and Mandarin, read by the author at a slow pace for easy-to-use reference.

Gwendolyn longs for a pet. What kind? Any kind! How many legs? Two, four, 10 - she's not picky! But her parents have other ideas, and instead they give her...a box of dirt. "It smells of swamp," Gwendolyn says - but her parents say it smells of possibilities. And once Gwendolyn gets savvy about seeds and soil, sun and shade, she finds they are right.

Join Max, a spirited Golden Retriever with dreams as big as his heart, on an unforgettable adventure in "Max's Marvelous Journey." Set in the charming town of Sunnyvale, this inspiring tale unfolds as Max sets out to revive the community garden, transforming not only the land but also the hearts of those around him. With the help of his friends Bella the wise cat, Charlie the industrious beaver, and Sophie the cheerful bird, Max embarks on a mission of kindness, teamwork, and perseverance.

Each essay illuminates the life of a single species and its relationship to humans, and how these species can help us understand birds in general. A dedicated birdwatcher and teacher, Gedney finds wonder not only in the speed and glistening beauty of the Anna's hummingbird, but also in her nest building. He acclaims the turkey vulture's and red-tailed hawk's roles in our ecosystem, and he venerates the inimitable California scrub jay's work planting acorns.

A sweet little girl asked me to write a story about a rose, a garden, and a fox. This is their tale. Princess Bethani has trouble behaving like a princess, but today she will do her very best because she has been invited to her very first garden party. Unfortunately, her idea of a garden party is not the same as that of the other girls. She seeks adventure in the maze where she finds everything you can imagine, except an exit. Will Bethani escape? Will her adventures teach her to act like a princess, after all?

A very popular audio guide which helps to identify the birds that come to our gardens. This download features top-quality recordings of the typical songs and calls of the fifty-two species most commonly found in British gardens. The perfect introduction to learning and identifying bird sounds in your garden.