About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when they want to share a playful, rhythmic experience that connects a child to the long tradition of oral storytelling and nursery rhymes. It is the perfect choice for an energetic afternoon when you want to channel a child's wiggles into a repetitive, catchy chant that builds phonemic awareness and a love for old fashioned silliness. The story follows a dapper frog who sets out on a quest to woo a mouse, accompanied by his friend Anthony Rowley. While it originates from a Victorian adaptation of a much older folk song, this version focuses on the rhythmic adventure and the colorful, personified animal characters. It is an excellent tool for expanding a child's vocabulary through its charming, slightly archaic language and its focus on the musicality of words. You will find it most useful as a bridge between simple picture books and more complex poetic structures.
