Describes how to build a pond environment, from a margarine tub mini-pond to a full-scale pond, make pond dipping equipment, and restore a polluted pond to health.
After he feels a mysterious pull drawing him toward a dark, shadowy pond in the woods surrounding North Mountains School, Armie looks to the tales of his Shawnee ancestors for guidance about the dangerous monster lurking in the water.
Describes the characteristics of lakes and ponds, water-filled basins surrounded by land, and explains how they are formed and how they can be destroyed by pollution or human interference.
An introduction to lakes and ponds, explaining the differences between them, looking at where they are found, and the plants and animals that live in or near them, and discussing why lakes and ponds are important.
Traces the life cycles of animals and other living things in and around lakes and ponds, and discusses the importance of taking care of these environments.