So James left the little pond beginning his journey to the big pool. The grass was so tall he could hardly see.  Jumping as high as he could, he just caught a glimpse of the pool.  He jumped and jumped as high as he could.  It's a long way, thought James. Just then a big bird swooped down and almost had James for dinner!  Well . . .  jumping so high maybe wasn't going to get James to the big pool quicker.