Hillsdale College

The Wind in the Willows

Written by Kenneth Grahame
Illustrated by Robert Ingpen

Grade:
5-6
ISBN-13:
978-1402782831
Publisher:
Union Square Kids (2012)

The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame is a delightful riverside romp where Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger navigate adventures brimming with courage, friendship, and responsibility. Badger, the wise and steadfast anchor, embodies magnanimity with his generous hospitality and unwavering support, welcoming friends into his cozy home and leading the charge to reclaim Toad Hall from invaders. The characters’ courage shines in facing dangers, their friendship binds them through trials, and their responsibility to each other and their home culminates in a heartwarming tale of loyalty and bravery that enchants readers of all ages.