Synopses & Reviews
It'll take
some frog to win the frog-jumping contest at Billy's school. But Billy's all set--he's got a champion jumper, a grandpa with lots of good advice, and a mom and grandma to cheer him on.
Everything will be perfect--if only his dad shows up.
Review
"A sensitive and honest story."--
School Library Journal"Bunting's easy-flowing dialogue and realistic situations give this picture book/chapter book both depth and heart."--Publishers Weekly
Synopsis
A heartfelt story about a boy, a frog, and family relationships after a divorce.
Synopsis
It'll take
some frog to win the frog-jumping contest at Billy's school. But Billy's all set--he's got a champion jumper, a grandpa with lots of good advice, and a mom and grandma to cheer him on.
Everything will be perfect--if only his dad shows up.
About the Author
It'll take
some frogto win the frog-jumping contest at Billy's school. But Billy's all set--he's got a champion jumper, a grandpa with lots of good advice, and a mom and grandma to cheer him on.
Everything will be perfect--if only his dad shows up.
A heartfelt story about a boy, a frog, and family relationships after a divorce.
"A sensitive and honest story."--School Library Journal
"Bunting's easy-flowing dialogue and realistic situations give this picture book/chapter book both depth and heart."--Publishers Weekly
EVE BUNTINGhas written many books for children, including the Caldecott Medal-winningSmoky Night, illustrated by David Diaz. A recipient of the prestigious Kerlan Award, she lives in Southern California.
SCOTT MEDLOCK is well known for his sports paintings, which have been exhibited internationally and have brightened several books for young readers. He lives in Moorpark, California.