Jemima Puddle-duck became quite desperate. She determined to make a nest right away from the farm.Narrator
I have not the pleasure of understanding you, Madam.Fox
What a funny sight it is to see a brood of ducklings with a hen!Narrator
'As it happens, I have a bag', said Mr. Tod.Mr. Tod
Oh, what a wonderful large saucepan! Now... please give me something to bind on top—I hope it is—Jemima Puddle-Duck
My friend, Mrs. Kep, has kindly offered to attend to your family.Rebeccah Puddle-Duck
Kep! Kep! Kep!Ducklings
What a pity that Mr. Drake Puddle-Duck, was not alive to see the wonderful success of that nestful of ducklings!Narrator
I will, Jemima— you may trust in me. I will bring up your family.Mrs. Kep
I promised Jemima—I will do my best, but they are such funny, disobedient things!Mrs. Kep
She led the way to the safe and cozy shed where the eggs had been left.Narrator