The Pond

"The Pond," by Carl Ewald, is a story about two reed-warblers who make a long trip from Italy back to their home pond, where they plan to make a family. The book shows the reed-warblers building their nest and having eggs, and the happiness that creates. As they live in the pond, they meet other creatures like crayfish and eels. Through these encounters and learning about the pond's dangers, the story discusses love, family life, and how life goes on in nature. The story starts with the birds' excitement about going home but also shows the difficulties they face as they try to live and raise their young in a busy and sometimes dangerous environment.