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Frog and Friends
Welcome to Frog and his world. He enjoys nothing better than spending time floating in his pond or visiting with his friends. He appreciates the simpler things in life and would prefer that things stay just the way they are--nice and peaceful.
40 pages, Hardcover
First published July 22, 2011
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Eve Bunting
314 books411 followersAlso known as Evelyn Bolton and A.E. Bunting.
Anne Evelyn Bunting, better known as Eve Bunting, is an author with more than 250 books. Her books are diverse in age groups, from picture books to chapter books, and topic, ranging from Thanksgiving to riots in Los Angeles. Eve Bunting has won several awards for her works.
Bunting went to school in Ireland and grew up with storytelling. In Ireland, “There used to be Shanachies… the shanachie was a storyteller who went from house to house telling his tales of ghosts and fairies, of old Irish heroes and battles still to be won. Maybe I’m a bit of a Shanchie myself, telling stories to anyone who will listen.” This storytelling began as an inspiration for Bunting and continues with her work.
In 1958, Bunting moved to the United States with her husband and three children. A few years later, Bunting enrolled in a community college writing course. She felt the desire to write about her heritage. Bunting has taught writing classes at UCLA. She now lives in Pasadena, California.
Anne Evelyn Bunting, better known as Eve Bunting, is an author with more than 250 books. Her books are diverse in age groups, from picture books to chapter books, and topic, ranging from Thanksgiving to riots in Los Angeles. Eve Bunting has won several awards for her works.
Bunting went to school in Ireland and grew up with storytelling. In Ireland, “There used to be Shanachies… the shanachie was a storyteller who went from house to house telling his tales of ghosts and fairies, of old Irish heroes and battles still to be won. Maybe I’m a bit of a Shanchie myself, telling stories to anyone who will listen.” This storytelling began as an inspiration for Bunting and continues with her work.
In 1958, Bunting moved to the United States with her husband and three children. A few years later, Bunting enrolled in a community college writing course. She felt the desire to write about her heritage. Bunting has taught writing classes at UCLA. She now lives in Pasadena, California.
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March 17, 2019
Frog everytime finds something or other every time and story just keeps on revolving around it ...
He enjoys nothing better than spending time floating in his pond or visiting with his friends. He appreciates the simpler things in life and would prefer that things stay just the way they are--nice and peaceful.
We can simply learn appreciating little pleasures we get everyday ...
We just neglect it and just try looking for big things ...
My dear start looking at everything optimistically ...Your problems will end and you will think it has been a miracle ..
He enjoys nothing better than spending time floating in his pond or visiting with his friends. He appreciates the simpler things in life and would prefer that things stay just the way they are--nice and peaceful.
We can simply learn appreciating little pleasures we get everyday ...
We just neglect it and just try looking for big things ...
My dear start looking at everything optimistically ...Your problems will end and you will think it has been a miracle ..
June 7, 2017
LOVE this book! I didn't know Mrs. Bunting had written this series, but we'll definitely be getting it for our elementary library! Even though it's an "I Am a Reader!" easy series, the characters have a depth to them. The way they converse with one another and the way the author tells you what Frog is thinking are beyond the generic easy readers of yesteryear.
January 21, 2019
Frog and his friends in a series of short stories involving an encounter with a strange round orange "thing" that lands in his pond. Raccoon gives Frog a pretty blue sweater to help him with his cold, and a run away Hippopotamus from the Little Zoo in town invades Frog's pond.
August 18, 2020
This story is so FUNNY! It had my children doubled over in laughter. There is a very silly event that happens and then a twist in chapter 3 that makes it even more hilarious. Frog and Friends is a very good read.
May 5, 2017
Lots of dialogue, challenging vocabulary. Includes sound effects for students to vocalize. Could change voice for each character. Title could be used for first grade book club.
August 20, 2017
Cute book and cute series... Good for the 5-year old people...
June 21, 2020
Read this with my 4 year old granddaughter. It was a good one for her age.
February 6, 2026
This is a good early reader.
October 16, 2016
This collection of three stories by Eve Bunting tells of the adventures of a frog and his friends, all of whom live near one another in a woodland community.
The first story, chapter one of the book, is entitled "Frog Goes Up, Up, Up." There is a THING floating in the pond, but neither Frog nor any of his friends can name what it is. Though the reader quickly catches onto the fact that it's a balloon with the help of humorous cues in the illustrations, the animals never figure it out. Instead, they assume it is a hippopotamus egg which dies when they pop it, and they hold a funeral in its honor.
Chapter two features the story entitled "Frog's Pretty Blue Scarf," in which Raccoon brings Frog a scarf after hearing that he's not feeling well. Frog puts on the scarf, but it immediately slips down over his eyes and he deems it useless, deciding Rabbit will like it better. Rabbit thinks Squirrel should have it, but Squirrel decides it would be better suited to Possum, who then immediately thinks of giving it to Frog. Once it has passed through the entire chain of friends and Possum has properly fastened the scarf to Frog's neck, Frog decides it is perfect after all.
Finally, in the third story, "Frog and Hippo," an actual hippopotamus escapes from the zoo and decides to move in with frog at his pond. Frog is worried - at first, because he thinks this hippo has come for the "egg" lost in chapter one, and then because he is feeling crowded. Finally, by describing how cold the woods can become in winter, Frog convinces Hippo to head back home where he belongs.
With its colorful, woodsy, illustrations, and its child-like, clever sense of humor, this book reminds me of several classic children's books and series. The setting and the bumbling actions of Frog and his friends regarding the balloon in the pond reminded me so much of A.A. Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh stories, and the Hundred Acre Wood. The friendships among the characters, and their willingness to help and care for one another reminded me of the friendship between Frog and Toad, especially when it came to Frog being sick and Raccoon bringing him the scarf. I also thought of the Little Bear series by Else Holmelund Minarik and even The Wind in the Willows.
It's hard to sell me on an animal story that isn't one of those classics, but Eve Bunting won me over with this one. The stories in this book are silly and funny, but also speak to familiar and helpful topics, such as friendship, sharing, misunderstanding, and the comforts of home. A great addition to an easy reader collection!
March 26, 2012
This lovely series is designed for newly independent readers who are ready for short chapter books, much like the classic Little Bear books and Frog and Toad books.
Frog and his forest friends will bring a smile to your face as they explore their world, stumble across strange discoveries and figure out how to solve problems. With three short, independent chapters, Bunting and Masse have created a group of friends that feel at once familiar and fresh.
Each story has just the right amount of twist or surprise to keep new readers hooked. In the first story, Frog and his friends discover a huge orange THING. Well, the reader knows at once that it's a balloon, but the fun is watching Frog and his friends investigate this strange thing, getting lifted high up into the sky (bringing on memories of Pooh Bear floating away on a balloon), and then confounded when it pops on a spiky tree branch. The second and third stories require Frog to engage in some creative problem-solving skills, with an unwanted present and an over-sized visitor. Each of the stories can be read on its own. This helps new readers feel like they are reading a "chapter book", and yet they do not need to carry the plot from one chapter to the next. Masse's illustrations, with their bright colors and cartoon feel, play off Bunting's humor perfectly and will appeal to young readers.
Frog and his forest friends will bring a smile to your face as they explore their world, stumble across strange discoveries and figure out how to solve problems. With three short, independent chapters, Bunting and Masse have created a group of friends that feel at once familiar and fresh.
Each story has just the right amount of twist or surprise to keep new readers hooked. In the first story, Frog and his friends discover a huge orange THING. Well, the reader knows at once that it's a balloon, but the fun is watching Frog and his friends investigate this strange thing, getting lifted high up into the sky (bringing on memories of Pooh Bear floating away on a balloon), and then confounded when it pops on a spiky tree branch. The second and third stories require Frog to engage in some creative problem-solving skills, with an unwanted present and an over-sized visitor. Each of the stories can be read on its own. This helps new readers feel like they are reading a "chapter book", and yet they do not need to carry the plot from one chapter to the next. Masse's illustrations, with their bright colors and cartoon feel, play off Bunting's humor perfectly and will appeal to young readers.
February 26, 2013
I am almost speechless....on page 11 the animals decide to have a funeral for the "thing" they killed! This book is recommended for grades 1 and 2. And we wonder where childhood has gone? Ask a author where? I am concerned for the remainder of the series. This is one book a parent/caregiver must read first before sharing.
April 3, 2013
Frog and Friends by Eve Bunting, illustrated by Josee Masse- Hilarious cute little book with animals misunderstanding objects and working hard to be friendly with one another. Precious early reader book for a K-2nd grader. Highly recommend. (I love reading all of Eve Bunting books!- There are already three books out!
November 3, 2014
This a collection of three short story staring frog and his other woodland friends. He goes on many adventures with these friends. This story works on helping new readers read on their own. The stories are simple and the vocabulary is fairly basic. The pictures are bright and colorful.
Recommended age 5-7
Reading Level 1st -2nd grade
Recommended age 5-7
Reading Level 1st -2nd grade
July 9, 2011
An early reader book by the talented Eve Bunting. A simple and humorous tale of animal friends that hang out at the pond and forest. My favorite story is when Hippo visits Frog, and intrudes upon his solitude and pond, making Frog panic about his personal space. Recommended for ages four and up.
August 22, 2011
Three short stories about Frog, who lives in a pond and has other animals as friends.
"Sometimes you have to run away to see what the world is like,' Frog said. 'But sometimes you are happy to go home."
For beginning readers.
"Sometimes you have to run away to see what the world is like,' Frog said. 'But sometimes you are happy to go home."
For beginning readers.
November 18, 2011
I know I am going to ruffle some feathers when I say this, but: I think these stories are even better than the classic Frog and Toad stories. Funny, sweet, clever, and perfect perfect for emergent readers.
January 19, 2012
Frog and Friends is a charming book. I enjoyed it immensely. Frog is endearing as he romps through the pages of this beginning-beginning chapter book that made us laugh out loud! My friend Lauren is correct, this book is a great pick for this years Geisel award!
August 9, 2016
Grades K-2. RL 290. Three short stories: a "perfect" scarf that is passed around, a mysterious egg and a huge hippo who finds a new home. Nice set of short stories will be enjoyed by beginning readers.
July 25, 2016
Cute read. Illustrations were cute, but I felt the story line fell flat, even for a kid's book. It felt sort of rushed even for a kid's book. Plus, I couldn't figure out why they went from the lucky rainbow to him getting caught by a fisherman.
January 5, 2012
I liked this one for a beginner read selection. AR reading level at 2.2.
There are a few large unique words used but kids will enjoy this selection. Adding to MPHM collection.
There are a few large unique words used but kids will enjoy this selection. Adding to MPHM collection.
August 21, 2011
Cute series of stories about Frog and his Friends. I really liked the story about the blue scarf.
April 28, 2012
The stories in this book were so cute and well thought out. Can't wait to read more stories about Frog and his friends!
April 2, 2012
Appealing pictures, interesting simple plots with nice word repetition and twists, entertaining and original but manageable with picture support.
April 14, 2012
"There is nothing wasted that you give to a friend." Adorable!
April 24, 2012
Frog and his woodland friends enjoy three adventures involving a round orange thing, a blue scarf and a hippopotamus. Sweet friendship tales that are great read alouds.
May 29, 2013
Cute. Will check out the series again later when my boys are a bit older.
December 2, 2013
Adorable - I want the entire series for my classroom!
July 26, 2016
i like it.
May 18, 2014
My daughter (5) liked this book. It has three separate stories with the same characters. There were some simple words she could read and the illustrations were cute.
December 16, 2015
My 7-yr old lived it
Three short stories. Nice pictures. My son says it was sad when the balloon popped. Good for young kids. And early readers.
Three short stories. Nice pictures. My son says it was sad when the balloon popped. Good for young kids. And early readers.
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