A Frog Thing (with Audio CD) [Hardcover]

Eric Drachman (Author), James Muscarello (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 18, 2006 | Age Level: 3 and up | Grade Level: P and up

Frank wasn't satisfied doing ordinary frog things. He wanted to fly, but he was a frog and frogs can't fly. Follow along as Frank jumps and runs and leaps and dives until he finally finds his place in the pond. The companion book on cd will transport you and your child into Frank's world with sound effects and wonderful performances by children and adults.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 2–When a determined frog sets his mind on flying, everyone laughs at his unsuccessful efforts to become airborne, and his parents assure him that he is capable of doing any frog thing. Despite their cautionary words, Fred refuses to give up on his dream. After he rescues a baby bird that falls into the pond, its mother is so grateful and admiring of Frank's swimming skills that she takes him for the ride of his life. Frank clings to a twig as the bird and one of her friends lift it and him into the air to glide, swoop, and dive high above his watery home. When he returns to Earth, the young frog tells his parents that he realizes he should be proud of his own special talents. This charming tale about a youngster's moment of self-discovery is accompanied by dreamy, delicate illustrations rendered in gouache, colored pencil, and pastels. Children can read along with the author and a cast of other voices as they listen to the CD, which features sound effects and mood-setting classical music. Pair this delightful title with Karma Wilson's humorous counting book, A Frog in the Bog (S & S, 2003).–Linda L. Walkins, Mount Saint Joseph Academy, Brighton, MA
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Review

"A bright and tender summer read!" -- Scholastic Parent & Child Teachers’ Pick for Best New Book

"Drachman and Muscarello tell their tale with humor and grace..." -- ForeWord Magazine

"Splashy sound effects and snippets of orchestral music...give this warm and entertaining outing some additional heart." -- Publishers Weekly

"This charming tale...inspires everyone to find that one thing in life that is special to them." -- OC Family Magazine

"This merits sharing with all children..." -- Kirkus Reviews

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Kidwick Books (May 18, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0970380933
• ISBN-13: 978-0970380937
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 11.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #17,821 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #13 in Books > Children's Books > Animals > Frogs & Toads
  • #80 in Books > Children's Books > Social Situations > Self-Esteem & Self-Respect

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "A Frog Thing" is a great thing!, October 13, 2006

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Benjamin L. Brown "Jimben34" (Wisscasset, Maine United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Frog Thing (with Audio CD) (Hardcover)

This book is amazing! The pictures are unique in that they make you feel sorry for the charaters, but also laugh at the same time. It also delivers a powerful message about how you can do anything you put your mind to, no matter who or in this case "what" you are. This book is a must have for any childs library no matter the age.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best kids book I've seen in a long time, January 16, 2008

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Kelly Lynn Angstadt "kelly-from-reading" (Reading, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Frog Thing (with Audio CD) (Hardcover)

My 2-1/2 year old daughter received this book for Christmas from her aunt and uncle (because she was enchanted by the frogs in their pond when we visited earlier in the year). She and I love this book. It's so much fun to read and it's a great story. The other day we were going for long car ride so I gave her the book while I popped in the CD. WOW! It was wonderful - she could follow along easily with the page turning sound effects. The voices add a whole new dimension to our enjoyment of the book. We can't wait to see what the author produces next. THanks.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You can do whatever you set your mind to!, August 28, 2011

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Annamarie Squailia (Reno, Nv) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Frog Thing (with Audio CD) (Hardcover)

Length:: 2:48 Mins

This book is excellent! Frank has a dream he wants to fly only one problem everyone tells him that frogs can't fly. He still dreams.

Frank is dreaming when he sees a baby bird in need. He helps. Because he helped the baby bird the mother bird helped him full fill his goal to fly.

Then Frank sets a new goal: to be the best swimmer in the pond.

So you can use this book to teach your child about the value of helping others, setting goals, and knowing what you are good at and being the best you can be.