Frog and Toad Together facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Arnold Lobel |
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| Illustrator | Lobel |
| Country | United States |
| Series | Frog and Toad |
| Subject | Friendship |
| Genre | Children's picture book, short story collection |
| Publisher | Harper & Row (I Can Read) |
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Publication date
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April 1972 |
| Pages | 64 pp. |
| ISBN | 9780060239602 |
| OCLC | 436317436 |
| LC Class | PZ10.3.L787 Fr |
| Preceded by | Frog and Toad Are Friends |
| Followed by | Frog and Toad All Year |
Frog and Toad Together is a classic American children's book. It was written and illustrated by Arnold Lobel. The book was first published in 1972 by Harper & Row. It is the second book in the popular Frog and Toad series.
This book is special because it won a Newbery Honor award. This award is given to books that are runners-up for the famous Newbery Medal. The Newbery Medal celebrates the best American children's literature each year. Frog and Toad Together tells five short, easy-to-read stories. These stories are all about the adventures and friendship of two best friends, Frog and Toad.
Contents
Adventures of Frog and Toad
This book shares five heartwarming stories about the daily lives of Frog and Toad. They are the best of friends and always stick together. Each story shows how much they care for each other.
Stories of Friendship and Fun
The stories in Frog and Toad Together cover different themes. They include growing beautiful flowers and sharing delicious cookies. The friends also learn about bravery and dreaming big dreams. Most importantly, every story highlights their strong friendship.
- The Garden: Frog tries to teach Toad how to grow a garden. Toad finds it hard to wait for his seeds to grow. This story teaches patience and the joy of watching things grow.
- The Loons: Frog and Toad go for a swim. Toad is worried about how he looks in his bathing suit. Frog helps him feel brave and comfortable.
- Cookies: Frog and Toad bake cookies. They find it hard to stop eating them! This story shows how hard it can be to control yourself.
- Dragons and Giants: Frog and Toad imagine facing scary creatures. They realize they are brave when they are together. This story is about courage and facing fears with a friend.
- The Dream: Toad has a strange dream. Frog helps him understand it. This story explores imagination and understanding each other.
Why Friendship Matters
Through these simple stories, young readers learn important lessons. They see how friends support each other. Frog and Toad show us how to be kind, patient, and understanding. They also show how to have fun together. Their adventures remind us that true friends are always there for you.
About the Author, Arnold Lobel
Arnold Lobel (1933–1987) was a very talented American author and illustrator. He was famous for his many children's books. Lobel created the beloved Frog and Toad characters. He wrote and drew all four books in the series. His simple drawings and gentle stories have made his books popular for many years. His work is known for its humor and warmth.
The Frog and Toad Series
Frog and Toad Together is the second book in a series of four. The first book was Frog and Toad Are Friends. After Frog and Toad Together, Lobel wrote Frog and Toad All Year. The final book in the series was Days with Frog and Toad. Each book has five short stories. They are perfect for young readers who are just starting to read on their own. The series is loved by children and adults alike.
Film Adaptation
Frog and Toad Together was also made into a film. This helped bring the beloved characters to life for even more people. The film allowed fans to see Frog and Toad's adventures in a new way.
