Author & Illustrator Profile
Mercer Mayer
6 Books
Mercer Mayer is a celebrated American children's book author and illustrator who has published over 300 books. He is most famous for creating the beloved "Little Critter" series, which humorously tackles the everyday challenges of growing up. Classics such as "Just for You" and "Just Me and My Little Sister" have made his endearing characters a staple in childhood reading for decades.
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Books in "A Boy, a Dog, and a Frog"
A sunny stroll through the city park seems like a perfectly ordinary adventure for a boy, his dog, and his frog. But the curious frog has a completely different plan in mind. Tired of simply following along, he decides it is time to branch out and do a little solo exploring. As he hops away from his friends, the mischievous amphibian immediately begins causing a hilarious string of chaotic events. From upsetting a picnic to startling the park visitors, his independent journey quickly spirals into a wildly funny disaster. Told entirely through incredibly expressive illustrations, this wordless tale invites you to follow the visual clues and laugh at the frog's silly mistakes. Discover the joyful, slightly messy consequences of striking out on your own in this classic, highly entertaining story.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
Going out to a fancy restaurant with your family is supposed to be a quiet and polite evening. But things take a wild turn when a certain green friend decides to tag along in secret. Tucked safely away inside a pocket, a mischievous frog stows away to join the dinner party. Once he is inside the posh dining room, the real trouble begins. From hopping across perfectly set tables to surprising the elegant guests, this little frog knows exactly how to cause a hilarious uproar. His family is in for a night of embarrassment, chaos, and plenty of laughs. Dive into this classic, wordless adventure full of warmhearted mischief. You will follow the incredibly funny visual clues to see exactly how one tiny frog can turn a very serious dinner into an unforgettable, laugh-out-loud disaster.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
A peaceful day at the pond quickly turns into an incredibly frustrating game of catch. A young boy grabs his net and heads down to the water with his trusty dog, fully intending to bring home a new amphibian friend. He spots the perfect frog sitting comfortably on a lily pad and makes his move.
However, the frog is fast, clever, and completely unwilling to be caught. Every time the boy swings his net or lunges forward, he ends up face-first in the muddy water instead. The dog tries to help corner the slippery creature, but their combined efforts only lead to more splashing and slipping.
Told entirely through highly expressive pictures, this wordless classic relies on brilliant visual comedy. You will laugh at the hilarious expressions and the sequence of disastrous attempts to capture the clever frog. It is a masterful, silent story about persistence, teamwork, and knowing when you have been outsmarted.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
A quiet night turns into a surprising mystery when a small, green friend decides to go missing. A young boy and his loyal dog wake up to discover that their favorite pet frog has managed to escape from his glass jar while they were sleeping. Determined to bring their hopping buddy back home, the brave duo ventures out into the surrounding woods to begin their search. Their urgent quest leads them into a series of funny and unexpected encounters with various woodland creatures who are not always thrilled to be disturbed. Calling out into the trees and inspecting every hollow log, the boy and his dog refuse to give up hope. Experience the thrill of a wordless outdoor adventure as true friendship drives them deeper into the forest, hoping against all odds to hear a familiar, comforting croak in the distance.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Getting a new pet is always an exciting surprise, unless you are the pet who was already there! When a young boy receives a brand new, tiny frog for his birthday, he is completely thrilled. However, his original pet frog does not share the excitement at all. In fact, the older frog firmly believes that this new arrival is simply one frog too many. What follows is a wildly funny, wordless adventure full of mischievous attempts to get rid of the tiny newcomer. You will read the story entirely through brilliant, expressive pictures as the jealous frog plots and schemes behind the boy's back. Discover the hilarious trials of friendship and see if these two jumpy rivals can ever learn to share their favorite human. This classic visual tale perfectly captures the challenges of welcoming a new member to the family.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
A peaceful day of fishing at the pond sounds like the perfect way to spend an afternoon. A young boy, his loyal dog, and his playful frog have set up their gear, cast their lines into the water, and are waiting quietly for a catch. But the calm water is hiding a very big surprise. Suddenly, there is a massive tug on the line, and what they pull up is not a regular fish at all! Their quiet outing quickly turns into an uproarious, splashing adventure as they meet a completely unexpected new creature. You will laugh your way through this fantastic wordless story, using the brilliant illustrations to follow the wild chase and the messy mischief. Join the friends as they discover that sometimes the best catches are the ones you never planned for, leading to the most wonderful new friendships.
6-8 Years
40 Pages