There Once Was A Froggie
Hop into the woods with Froggie and discover a world full of friends, giggles, and little surprises! Told in singable, rhythmic verse, this charming story invites children to listen, join in, and celebrate kindness in every corner of the forest.
For ages 3 to 7 years old
There Once Was a Froggie… is a picture book for children ages 3–7 that mirrors the playful curiosity of early learners discovering their world. Told in rhythmic, singable verse, the story invites children to participate—listening, predicting, and singing along. Kids love repetition and rhyme, and Froggie’s journey encourages exactly that joyful engagement.
Bright, lively illustrations bring the woodland setting to life, while Froggie’s silly moments and near-misses inspire giggles and warmth.
Froggie and the Lake
Many evenings, as the sun dips low over our Minnesota lake, we step outside with our family dog for a nightly stroll. That’s when Froggie appears. Sometimes on the dock, sometimes near the reeds, sometimes even on the driveway! But every time giving a cheerful little “ribbit” as if to say good night to everyone. Our dog thinks it’s a game and can’t decide whether to chase or greet him, and we all smile as Froggie hops along, keeping our evening routine full of surprises and a little bit of woodland magic straight out of the storybook.
What Froggie Teaches Us
Keep Your Heart Open
Stay curious about everyone you meet. You never know who might just become your newest friend!
Friendship Comes in Many Forms
Friends come in all shapes, sizes, and feathers. Embracing what makes us different is what makes friendship fun!
Kindness Matters
A little kindness goes a long way. Being kind to everyone makes the world a better place for all.
Joy in Exploration and Play
Hop, jump, and discover! Exploring and laughing together is how we learn about the world around us.
Skunk
Skunk likes to fill the neighborhood with their...lovely smells.
Bunny
Bunny loves to bounce and hop around the meadows all day.
Deer
Deer visits the neighborhood mornings and evenings all year.
Snapping Turtle
Snappers chomps through the pond and enjoys a tasty snack.
Extend the magic of There Once Was a Froggie with these woodland-inspired keepsakes, designed to keep young readers connected to the story. Visit the Contact page to request items or to download the coloring sheets.
Bookmarks
This woodland bookmark travels with young readers, reminding them to pause, reflect, and find their way back to Froggie. Available by request through the Contact page or at a local Minnesota reading.
Coloring Sheets
Bring the woodland to life with illustrated coloring pages that invite young readers to creatively explore Froggie's world. Available to download through the Contact page.
a little Froggie
Take Froggie home! This tiny companion captures the heart of the story as a keepsake reminder of kindness and friendship. Available by request through the Contact page or at a local Minnesota reading.
He went to see the Bear (ROARRRR) Asleep in the cave. The Froggie got so scared, but pretended to be brave.
He went to see the Bunny who lived in a shoe. The Bunny bounced so high, the Froggie joined in too.