In which the Flower Festival has arrived, and Hamilton joins the fairies in making flower crowns. It's also Rutabug's birthday, and the everyone gathers to raise the merry pole, dance in a ring, and enjoy one of the most memorable days of the year.
Spring: Chapter 8 - Planting Day
2026/04/16 | 8 mins.
In which planting day is here, and Rutabug is excited—until Morrison accidentally knocks over all the seeds! Unbothered and gracious, Rutabug teaches his friends how to identify and sort the seeds. With everyone's help, the seeds are quickly organized, and the planting begins!
Spring: Chapter 7 - The Egg Hunt
2026/04/02 | 11 mins.
In which the robins leave and Petipom feels sad. So the gnomes prepare a surprise to cheer him up— decorated chocolate eggs. But when baby bunnies discover the eggs and hide them, it sparks an egg hunt that lifts Petipom's spirits and begins a new spring tradition. ✨ For more information, visit us at: wondergarten.net/
Spring: Chapter 6 - The Robin's Nest (Extended)
2026/03/27 | 19 mins.
In which a mother robin builds her nest on Petipom's porch, and he learns that she's expecting. With help from his friends, Petipom prepares food, gathers soft bedding, and lovingly cares for her— until at last, four baby birds are born. ✨ For more information, visit us at: wondergarten.net/
Spring: Chapter 5 - New Dishes
2026/03/24 | 15 mins.
In which Hamilton accidentally falls and breaks Puddleblume's dishes. Instead of getting upset, Puddleblume suggests they make new ones— so with help from Thumbkin and Rutabug, Hamilton learns pottery and creates beautiful new dishes for Puddleblume to enjoy. ✨ For more information, visit us at: wondergarten.net/
The Gnomes of Wondergarten is a collection of seasonal short stories following Hamilton, a young squirrel who finds a home among a community of gnomes and fairies. Originally created for the Wondergarten Early Childhood Curriculum, these stories are free of dark or frightening themes, focusing instead on enriching the lives of children with goodness and beauty. With rich language, original music, and endearing characters worthy of imitation, The Gnomes of Wondergarten invites young listeners to enter a world of childhood imagination.
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