Frog in Love

Frog wakes up one day feeling strange and different, with symptoms he can't explain. His friends try to help him understand what could be wrong, leading him to consider an unexpected possibility. The story follows Frog as he navigates his confusing new feelings while interacting with his animal companions. His journey involves visits to Duck the doctor and conversations with his friend Hare about matters of the heart. Through simple text and illustrations, this picture book explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and the universal experience of first love. The narrative demonstrates how different species can form meaningful connections despite their apparent differences.

Readers call this book a sweet, simple story about accepting differences in relationships. Parents report their children request multiple readings and connect with Frog's emotional journey. Liked: - Clear, expressive illustrations that convey emotions - Message about love transcending physical differences - Gentle humor throughout - Easy for young children to understand feelings of first love - Good discussion starter about acceptance Disliked: - Some found it too basic or short - A few readers questioned if the love story was appropriate for very young children Ratings: Goodreads: 4.0/5 (437 ratings) Amazon: 4.7/5 (31 ratings) "Perfect for helping children understand that love comes in many forms" - Goodreads reviewer "The artwork tells as much of the story as the text" - Amazon reviewer "My 3-year-old asks for this nightly and talks about how Frog feels" - Parent reviewer on Goodreads

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🐸 Max Velthuijs's "Frog in Love" was first published in 1989 and has been translated into more than 50 languages worldwide 🎨 The author drew inspiration for Frog's character from his childhood experiences catching frogs in Dutch ponds ❤️ The book tackles the unconventional theme of interspecies love (between Frog and Duck), making it ahead of its time in addressing diversity and acceptance 🏆 Max Velthuijs received the Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2004, often called the "Little Nobel Prize for Literature," for his lifetime contribution to children's books 📚 "Frog in Love" is part of a beloved series featuring Frog and his friends that spans more than 20 books, each dealing with important life lessons and emotions