Yeahbut the Frog
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"Yeah, but! Yeah, but! We still have these stubby tails" wailed Yeahbut. He was very concerned about this situation. "This thing is getting in my way! Oh! We'll never be able to hop like you Mama," he croaked in a little frog voice. "But of course you will Yeahbut" his mother croaked gently. "Your little tails will soon disappear, and you will look just like me, and then you will hop better than ever! Just have patience, my little frog." Patience was not something Yeah but was familiar with, but he was very excited to hear this news. He desperately wanted to go explore beyond the water. He had been hearing some exciting stories about other creatures that lived on the land from his friend Sal Salamander.
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Hop into a pond of giggles and gentle lessons with Yeahbut the Frog! Meet Yeahbut, a curious tadpole who can't resist a "Yeah, but..." From the moment Mama Frog gathers her little ones for pond safety lessons-"Stay together, or you might get lost!" Yeahbut wonders over to a shiny lily pad and other wiggly wonders. "Yeah, but I just want to look at this pretty flower" he croaks, darting off on solo adventure that lead to bubbly mishaps and big discoveries. As Yeahbut leaps from excuse to excuse, he learns that questioning is great-for exploring the world and growing strong-but listening keeps you safe and connected. With rhythmic repetition kids will chant along, vibrant pond scenes begging for illustrations, and a heart warming finish where Yeahbut finds his balance, this tale ribbits with real-life magic. Inspired by a Grandma author's own son's sassy phase, Yeahbut the Frog is perfect for ages 4-8, tackling independence, family rules, and boundless curiosity. Parents will love the relatable humor that turns "bedtime battles" into bonding moments; little ones will adore the jumpy fun and empower themselves to wonder wisely. A splashy story that encourages questions while teaching when to leap...and when to listen, and at the same time learn about the speedy growth stages of frogs.