Fox, Skunk and Raccoon have a problem. Mole's hill is in the way of the path they're planning to make to the pond before the next winter. Because Mole is attached to her home and doesn't want to move it, she thinks of a plan to help her three neighbors appreciate the beauty of her hill. A perfectly spare retelling of a traditional Seneca tale is appropriately illustrated with brilliantly colored, stylized art inspired by sewn beadwork and ribbon appliqué from Woodland Indian traditions. (Ages 3-9)

Mole loves her burrow near the pond. It s safe and cozy underground, and best of all--it s home. So when Fox says Mole has to move her home to make room for a new path, she must do some quick thinking--and digging--to save it. Ehlert s collages, inspired by the Woodland Indians traditional arts of ribbon applique and beadwork, are bold; graphically striking; and rich in form, shape, and color. Perfect for young children, this is an admirable marriage of text and art. --"School Library Journal"
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