Mother West Wind "When" Stories

In the green hills and meadows of the Old Meadow, Mother West Wind gathers her animal friends to answer questions that have puzzled generations of children. When did Mr. Bluebird receive his brilliant blue coat? How did Bob-White come by his name? Why does Old Mr. Bat fly only in the darkness? These aren't just stories - they're the answers the animals themselves remember from the days when the world was younger and things were still being decided. Thornton W. Burgess wrote these gentle why-stories to spark wonder in young minds. Each tale is short enough for bedtime but rich enough to plant lasting curiosity about the natural world. The animals of the Green Forest and the Smiling Pool become teachers of both fact and fable, their origins wrapped in charm. For children who have ever looked at a creature and asked "why," these stories offer both answer and invitation to keep asking.