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So You Want to Be a Frog

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So You Want to Be a Frog by Jane Porter is a delightful children's book that explores the whimsical idea of a child wanting to transform into a frog. With playful illustrations and engaging storytelling, it encourages young readers to use imagination, embrace curiosity, and appreciate the unique aspects of being themselves while embarking on a fun journey of discovery.
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This delightful story may appeal to you if you love imaginative children's books that explore themes of identity and self-acceptance with humour and whimsy. With vibrant illustrations and engaging characters, it's perfect for young readers who enjoy tales of transformation and adventure.

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So You Want to Be a Frog

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A funny and informative picture book all about fabulous frogs!

Have you ever wanted to leap twenty times your own body length? Can you drink through your skin? How about catching all your food with just your tongue? Come and join frog club to learn all about amazing amphibians in this funny, fact-filled picture book. Let Fabio Frog put you through your paces. He’ll teach you how to croak, wriggle, leap and catch flies! Have you got what it takes? With gorgeous, humorous illustrations by Neil Clark.

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So You Want to Be a Frog by Jane Porter is praised for its engaging and fun narrative that appeals to young readers, imbued with Porter's evident love and knowledge of nature. The book combines fascinating facts about frogs with a warm and humorous tone, making it both educational and enjoyable. Neil Clark's illustrations are highlighted as colourful, detailed, and amusing, adding to the book's appeal as an accessible and entertaining guide for young readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406399714

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Neil Clark
  • Illustrated by Neil Clark

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Jane Porter is an author and illustrator specializing in work both for and with children. Her work ranges from picture and novelty books to children’s maps, murals and hand-made books suitable for outreach work. She has worked for a number of organizations, including the National Trust, English Heritage, London Zoo, the Corporation of London, Historic Royal Palaces and the National Health Service. When she's not working, Jane is often to be found on the River Thames in a coracle or skiff, looking out for passing bats, cormorants and wagtails.

Neil Clark grew up in the picturesque Yorkshire Wolds. Despite dreams of being a rock and roll star, his love for illustration and storytelling has lead to a happy and successful career in design. He has designed in-house for Hallmark Cards and Marks and Spencer and has illustrated a number of children's books. This is his first book for Walker.

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