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Biographical note
ARNOLD LOBEL is the author of 28 much-loved books for children, including the acclaimed Frog and Toad series. He won the 1981 Caldecott medal for his book Fables, having previously won a Caldecott Honor in 1971 for Frog and Toad are Friends and a Newbery Honor in 1973 for Frog and Toad Together. He illustrated over 70 books throughout his career. He died in 1987.
One of the launch titles in the amazing new Essential Picture Book Classics list from HarperCollins, this book contains five engaging, warm and very funny stories about Frog and Toad.
A collectable classic picture book that every child should read and own. Julia Donaldson says “I hugely admire and envy Arnold Lobel; he is my hero”.
Once upon a time there were two good friends, a frog and a toad…
From writing letters to going swimming, telling stories to finding lost buttons, Frog and Toad are always there for each other – just as best friends should be.
The Frog and Toad stories from Arnold Lobel have been loved by generations.
Essential Picture Book Classics – timeless stories for every child to treasure.
One of the launch titles in the amazing new Essential Picture Book Classics list from HarperCollins, this book contains five engaging, warm and very funny stories about Frog and Toad.
A charming illustrated animal adventure for young readers ages 3 to 7
A charming illustrated animal adventure for young readers ages 3 to 7
• In the Essential Picture Book Classics Collection – timeless stories for every child to treasure.
• Frog and Toad are the main characters in a series of easy-reader children's books, written and illustrated by Arnold Lobel
• Perfect for reading aloud, they will teach children the importance of friendship.
• The Frog and Toad books inspired a Broadway musical, A Year with Frog and Toad, which was nominated for three Tony Awards.
• Also in the Essential Picture Book Classics series: Harold and the Purple Crayon (978-0-00-746437-1)
Product details
Biographical note
ARNOLD LOBEL is the author of 28 much-loved books for children, including the acclaimed Frog and Toad series. He won the 1981 Caldecott medal for his book Fables, having previously won a Caldecott Honor in 1971 for Frog and Toad are Friends and a Newbery Honor in 1973 for Frog and Toad Together. He illustrated over 70 books throughout his career. He died in 1987.