Discover how the classic game of Hide and Seek was born... in the magical land of Folklore County!
In the rolling hills of Folklore County, two animal families - the Burrows (moles) and the Diggers (chipmunks) - live on opposite sides of the Ball River. For years, they try to cross the river by digging tunnels, but strange critters and deep waters stand in their way.
As generations pass, cornfields and wheat fields grow, towns expand, and children fill the hills with laughter and song. When the tunnels finally connect, something wonderful happens...
A playful discovery turns into a legendary game known today as Hide and Seek!
Told through charming rhyme, lovable animal characters, and colorful illustrations, Fields of Dreams: The Legend of Folklore County blends:
- Imagination and folklore
- Family, teamwork, and community
- Music, movement, and language learning
Children will enjoy:
- A fun origin story of a classic game
- Engaging songs and rhythmic storytelling
- Animal characters with big personalities
- A bonus recipe: Grandma Maybelle's Corny Mole Muffins
Perfect for:
- Bedtime reading
- Classroom story time
- Early readers
- Parents who love stories with heart and humor
This delightful tale teaches young readers about cooperation, creativity, and how something simple can become legendary.
A whimsical story where tunnels, teamwork, and imagination create a game the whole world loves.
