About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing their first one-on-one playdate or expressing anxiety about social expectations and 'cooties.' It is a perfect tool for children who feel pressured to act a certain way around the opposite sex or who worry about being teased by their peers for their friendships. In this installment, Froggy is horrified to learn he has a playdate with Frogilina. Through humor and relatable mishaps, the story explores themes of social anxiety and the discovery that someone you thought was 'ew' might actually be fun to hang out with. It is an ideal choice for preschoolers and early elementary students to help normalize the butterflies that come with making new friends.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with 'gender cooties' and mild peer pressure in a secular, humorous way. The resolution is realistic and hopeful, showing that friendship can transcend social stereotypes.
