Book description
In spring, when City Dog runs free in the country for the first time, he spots Country Frog sitting on a rock, waiting for a friend. “You’ll do,” Frog says, and together they play Country Frog games. In summer, they meet again and play City Dog games. Through the seasons,…
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Why read it?
1 author picked City Dog, Country Frog as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Every time I read this thoughtful book by Mo Willems, I cry. (In a good way!)
The touching story about an unusual pairing–a dog and a frog–is about friendship, acceptance, loss, and finally accepting loss. I love the sweet pictures, and I love the gentle way the author explains the life cycle through these memorable characters.
This book is truly one of the most beautiful picture books I’ve ever read.
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