The Strange Story of the Frog Who Became a Prince

by Elinor Lander Horwitz, John Heinly (Illustrator)

A perfectly happy frog was having a great old time hopping and jumping about. Then a wicked witch cam along and changed him into a handsome prince. The frog is not grateful, but the witch can't remember how to change him back. What will they do?

Paperback

First published January 1, 1971

About the author

Elinor Lander Horwitz writes freelance for the Washington Star News. She is the author of a number of books for young and adult readers.

Reviews

[Cynthia Egbert · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love this version of a frog into a prince! The witch was hilarious, and the way the entire thing played out had me giggling the whole way through. I also enjoyed the illustrations. I wish I had happened upon this one when my kids were small. It never ceases to amaze me how often items are added to my to-read list simply by reading one book. This one came onto my radar because I read Geraldine Brooks' latest, Memorial Days, and I became interested in the books her husband read (which I should have discovered long before now). Then I learned that his mother, her mother-in-law, had written some books for the younger set. I am now on the search for these books, most of which are out of print. When I find copies I can afford, I will slowly add all of these newly discovered treasures to my library. There. Are. Just. So. Many. Books. To. Discover.

[Gewbook · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of my favorite books from childhood. So glad I still have my copy because it's very hard to find anymore. ECNIRP!