Frogness

This is a fun book to read. It is especially interactive when you sound out the various noises written by the author. I also liked that at the end there is further information about frogs especially if your little one has further questions. A great teaching book.
*Thanks to Owlkids Books and NetGalley for this Ebook in exchange for my honest review

Sarah Nelson has created a magical dream of “frogs and stars and pieces of moon” and a muddy child and happy dog. Sammy and Chocolate go hunting for frogs in the swamp behind the house. At first they can’t find them although the air is full of the sound, but when they stop searching and stay quiet, they are surrounded by “frogness.” Nelson’s poetic language is so full of exuberant life that I want to giggle with delight. Eugenie Fernandes’s illustrations are vibrant with color and movement. I like that Sammy could be either a boy or a girl and wears glasses. How many kids’ books have main characters with whom kids wearing glasses can identify? A fun read aloud with lots of sound effects to be enjoyed over and over. The fascinating non-fiction page at the end on different kinds of frogs will no doubt send kids to the Internet to find out more.

This book captures the wonder of finding a connection with nature. This time the connection is through frogs- finally, LOTS of frogs! The cadence and and storyline are upbeat and joyful, following the arc of discovery. My two boys LOVED this book, each getting slightly different things out of- another sign of a very well written book!

This delightful story takes you on the playful and poetic adventure of boy’s search for frogs. He and his dog go frolicking along, hoping to discover even just one frog. Finally, the hunt yields many of the creatures leaping, hopping, singing, croaking in a musical, lyrical chorus. The story ends with a satisfying dream about swimming through the sky with the frogs, the stars and the moon. The backmatter at the end of the book could be useful for a science class, or a parent hoping to teach a child about the biology of frogs.

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This book is so much fun to read. I especially like all the sounds the author uses--they really bring the story to life. Not only is the story lively and entertaining, but the pictures are beautiful. There is so much to like about this book. I look forward to reading more by this author. She has a real talent for picture books. Don't miss this one!

This is a really cute story with beautiful Illustrations that any child will love. It's a fun, educational read, a great way for children to learn about frogs. Thank you Owlkids Books via NetGalley for the ARC copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

This picture book has beautiful illustrations. The story follows a boy and his dog as they are out looking for frogs. The story is cute and I enjoyed the authors notes.

It's frog hunt on.... Sammy and his dog Chocolate are ready to explore the marsh and catch themselves a croaker. The sounds of frogs are deafening... croaking, chirping, clucking, burping filling up the night. The duo search high and low to find them but alas they can't find one. Where oh where could they all be hiding?

Exhausted from exploring they plunk down on the grass and become one with the earth. They sink into frogness.... ahhhhhh! Then to their surprise they hear plink, plop, splatter, splash and it's game on once again. They tear off to catch one but the frogs are too slippery and fast to capture.

The story is engaging and the illustrations pull you right into it. The illustrations are very well done, full of activity, detail and fun. Frogness encourages kids to explore, imagine, and enjoy all the splendour and magic that nature has to offer. I love the fact that the author highlighted mindfulness, determination and patience. I highly recommend this book. Kids will love it.