A young animal prefers leisure and play over learning the essential survival skills taught by his parents. Despite his family's attempts to show him how to gnaw trees and build dams, Bartholomew remains uninterested until he wanders into the forest alone. After being scolded by a chipmunk and narrowly escaping a hungry wolf by using his natural swimming abilities, he realizes the importance of being productive. This illustrated book depicts his transition from a careless youth to a helpful member of the colony. Ultimately, the narrative serves as a lesson on responsibility and the value of hard work. The source material includes the full story text alongside vibrant drawings from a vintage Rand McNally publication.
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