Tadpole's Promise facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Jeanne Willis |
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| Illustrator | Tony Ross |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's |
| Publisher | Andersen Press |
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Publication date
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April 24, 2003 |
| Pages | 32 pp |
| ISBN | 978-1-84270-069-3 |
| OCLC | 56712929 |
| LC Class | MLCS 2006/45264 |
Tadpole's Promise is a British picture book for children. It was written by Jeanne Willis and illustrated by Tony Ross. The book was first published in 2003. It is known for its simple story and beautiful illustrations.
The book won the Nestlé Smarties Book Prize Silver Award. It was also considered for the Kate Greenaway Medal. These awards show how special the book is.
About the Book
Tadpole's Promise tells a sweet story about change and friendship. It teaches young readers about the life cycle of a frog. The book also explores how promises can be kept, even when things change. It is a popular choice for reading aloud.
The Story of the Promise
The story begins with a small tadpole and a caterpillar. They meet by a pond and fall in love. The tadpole promises the caterpillar that they will always be together. They promise to never change.
As time passes, the tadpole starts to grow. It slowly changes into a frog. The caterpillar also changes, becoming a beautiful butterfly. Each time they meet, one of them has changed a little more. This makes it hard for them to recognize each other.
Despite their transformations, the promise they made is still important. The book shows how nature's changes affect their friendship. It has a surprising and touching ending.
Who Created the Book?
The author, Jeanne Willis, is famous for her many children's books. She writes stories that are often funny and thoughtful. Her books help children learn about the world.
Tony Ross is the illustrator of Tadpole's Promise. He is known for his unique and playful drawing style. He has illustrated many popular children's books. His pictures bring the characters to life.
Awards and Recognition
Tadpole's Promise received the Silver Award in the Nestlé Smarties Book Prize. This award celebrates excellent children's books. Books are judged by children themselves.
The book was also longlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal. This medal is given to the best illustrated children's book in the United Kingdom. Being longlisted means it was among the top books considered. These honors show the book's high quality.
