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Allen Chaffee is author of numerous children's books including the Fuzz Wuzz series and a popular rendition of Hiawatha as well as The World of Oz. Here we join the adventures of a the mischievous cub bear, Cinnamon. - Summary by Larry Wilson

"A LITTLE brown bear, no bigger than a house cat, that the Ranger found near drowning, is brought up with the orphaned fawn his children tamed, a rascally young burro, a ring-tailed cat, an owl, a tame canary, and a valiant yellow pup. The scene is laid in the high Sierras, where trout-filled streams cascade down fragrant cedar slopes. The author has turned natural science into story form. With the enterprising bear cub, we meet pine squirrels and painted chipmunks, the pika of the snow-clad peaks and the rattler of the sun-baked low-lands, the weasel and the wapiti, and have at least a ...

Twinkly Eyes, the yearling bear cub, finds himself in a trap after visiting the Sugar Camp once too often. However, the boy from the Valley Farm takes him home and they develop a bond with the boy even playing the harmonica for him. But cubs will be cubs, and this little black bear just can't seem to help himself as he manages to get into all kinds of trouble! In his various adventures he meets Unk Wunk the Porcupine, Bobby Lynx, Frisky Fox, Whoo- Whoo the Owl, Mother Black Bear and her new cubs, a Traveling Showman’s dancing bear, and Chet-woof, the cross old bear from a neighboring range. ...

In a delightful tale, Twinkly Eyes, a playful yearling bear cub, finds himself caught in a trap after returning to the Sugar Camp one too many times. Fortunately, a kind-hearted boy from the Valley Farm rescues him, and a unique friendship blossoms as the boy even serenades Twinkly with his harmonica. But as any mischievous cub would, Twinkly gets into all sorts of escapades! Along his journey, he encounters a cast of charming characters, including Unk Wunk the Porcupine, Bobby Lynx, Frisky Fox, Whoo-Whoo the Owl, and the wise Mother Black Bear with her new cubs. Theres also a dancing bear ...

In the breathtaking high Sierras, a little brown bear—no larger than a house cat—finds itself rescued by a Ranger after a near-drowning. This endearing cub grows up alongside an orphaned fawn, a mischievous young burro, a clever ring-tailed cat, a wise owl, a friendly canary, and a courageous yellow pup. As the author masterfully weaves together natural science and storytelling, readers are introduced to a vibrant cast of creatures, including playful pine squirrels, colorful chipmunks, the snow-dwelling pika, and the elusive rattlesnake of the sun-soaked valleys. With glimpses of cougars ...

Join us on an enchanting journey with Allen Chaffee, a celebrated author of childrens literature known for his delightful Fuzz Wuzz series and beloved adaptations like Hiawatha and The World of Oz. In this episode, we dive into the whimsical adventures of Cinnamon, the mischievous cub bear, as he explores the wonders of nature. - Summary by Larry Wilson