Frog Crush (HC) (2022)

The book opens with the sight of a Frog singing on a lily pad and who is feeling particularly hungry. An emotive Fish who is sniffing away, a furry Fly, and a two-meter-long Crocodile who is dreaming of an ocean cruise all turn up in the story. Mr. Hippo, the lead character, is one of the biggest and happiest characters in the whole of The Crush Series as he waddles along singing his favorite song. The facial expressions of the animals are full of character and wit and the image at the end with the accidental crush between a Frog, a Fish, a Fly, a Hippo, and a Crocodile all looking dazed and confused, makes the afternoon in the savanna priceless as everyone escapes unhurt, although still hungry.

Frog Crush has a positive message, that something good can come out of an unexpected situation. It creates a lively discussion point where parents and teachers can explore with their children and learn about how animals live in Africa. It also allows a conversation that can tackle more serious themes about the circle of life and the need for animals to hunt smaller animals.

Imagine a world where colorful animals live and play enjoying the sun and looking for food while trying to avoid becoming lunch themselves. The Crush Series demonstrates interconnectedness by sharing humorous stories in which each animal's action can affect all the characters in the story. The books are full of hilarious situations where the unexpected can and will happen.