Owen Ray and I picked up Frog and Toad Are Friends from the library. We absolutely love it! Seriously, this book is adorable. No wonder it's still on the shelf after being published 41 years ago. This edition of Frog and Toad is comprised of five short stories that affirm the blessings of true friendship. Frog and Toad go for walks, wait for mail deliveries, and retrieve lost buttons together. They are the best of buddies and demonstrate this through acts of kindness and the occasional shared cup of tea.
One day in summer Frog was not feeling well.Toad said, "Frog, you are looking quite green.""But I always look green," said Frog. "I am a frog.""Today you look very green even for a frog," said Toad. "Get into my bed and rest." Toad made Frog a cup of hot tea.
Since this is a library book that will soon have to be returned, I headed over to Amazon to find out how much it would cost to purchase. I would like to have it as a part of Owen Ray's permanent library. I was surprised to see that amid the 100+ five star reviews for this Caldecott Honor book, was this little gem. It just goes to show, you can't please everyone.
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