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A parent might reach for this book when dealing with a selective eater or when trying to explain that different families have different habits. It's a gentle, humorous story that validates a child's preferences while celebrating the diversity of the world. In the story, a hungry frog named Bradley McGogg visits his neighbors for a snack, only to discover their favorite foods (cheese, seeds, clover) are unappealing to him. He happily returns to his own bog, full of gratitude for the yummy bugs he calls dinner. The book’s standout feature is its masterful rhyming verse, which makes it a true delight to read aloud, helping children develop an ear for language and rhythm.
