H. D. Johns is a practicing psychologist in Maryland. He is widely known for comparing dogs and people as in “What I Need to Know about Living I Learned from My Dogs” which he authored in 1998. He is also quite an authority on wildlife. In this small book, written as he observed from a quiet place in his backyard garden, complete with trees, a pond with fish, bird feeders and lots of cover for squirrels, rabbits and other small intelligent creatures, he describes with a touch of humor the attributes and antics of the things he lives with in his garden.

Written for children of all ages, this book introduces some infrequently used words that H.D. defines at the end of each poem. Softbound, includes illustrations for each poem.

Order your copy directly from the author at:
H.D. Johns, Ph.D.
4520 Morgal Street
Rockville, Maryland 20853
Phone: (240) 627-1663
Price: $24.95
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Book Excerpt

The Comic Nuthatch

A Nuthatch performs its crazy shtick,

Climbs head-first down a tree.

It's the only bird that does that trick.

A comic thing to see.

Other birds are neat and sweet,

But they climb like you and I do.

They keep their heads above their feet,

And never cut a dido!

This Nuthatch bird is not a clown,

For our entertainment fare;

Perhaps it's found being upside down,

Catches insects unaware.

NEW WORDS

Shtick: Showy behavior

Dido: A prank, or antic