Colton loves time spent with Poppy because every adventure with Poppy brings new and interesting facts. When the two set out to find the “old man,” they both know they will have a great time, and Colten knows he will learn in the process. The pair take off into the darkness with everything they need to make their search a successful one. Poppy, always ready to introduce Colton to something new and different, takes the time to explain everything he knows about the “old man,” how he lives, and what makes him special.

Colton and the Bullfrog Adventure, written by Julie Houston Rogers and illustrated by Joshua Allen, is a wonderful mixture of realistic fiction and a nonfiction text written to both interest young readers and educate them on the life of a bullfrog. The affectionate term “old man” draws readers in and engages them in young Colton’s story. His relationship with Poppy is precious and will resonate with families who share this tale with little ones.

The nonfiction elements in Rogers’s writing will appeal to both families who homeschool their children and teachers in elementary classrooms. For some younger readers, nonfiction texts can be particularly difficult to handle and even a little dull if they are steeped in straightforward facts. Rogers’s presentation of facts is both interesting and easy to follow. The casual dialogue–the exchange between Colton and Poppy–helps little ones learn while enjoying the banter between the main characters.

Colton and the Bullfrog Adventure, written by Jule Houston Rogers, is an excellent book to add to any classroom library, STEM curriculum, or homeschool life science unit. I highly recommend Rogers’s sweet story to anyone who wishes to quickly engage young readers in a story that is both relatable and educational.

Pages: 24 | ASIN: B07MKMKH8S