A (mostly) wordless picture book that shows things from a toad’s perspective, as it emerges from underground in the spring, and searches for a water source. He makes his way through many hazards- tall tangled grass, vehicles on the road, predators- until finally coming into the quietness of a garden. Where a young girl gently picks him up to look closely- he looks alarmed at first, but is carefully set free again. Water is provided, and he is goggle-eyed over all the insects to eat. He seems to enjoy the peacefulness there, and sings to a mate. The picture of him surrounded by subsequent toadlets is so cute! And the images with the little toad beneath numerous flowers are just lovely. At the end are some notes about toads and why they are good to have around. Beautiful.
Borrowed from the public library.
