Mrs Collywobbles has nothing to fear from the strange and fearsome visitors that emerge from the big, dark, scary wood – not with her pet frog guarding the garden gate. Gobble! They don't hang around for long! But when Mrs Collywobbles' frog demands a thank-you kiss, things suddenly take a surprising turn...
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"* "The illustrations have a quirky, nostalgic feel, while repetition and onomatopoeic language grows to a cacophony of sound... A great read-aloud book." Junior on And the Train Goes... (9781406301670) * "A delightful cautionary tale." The Sunday Telegraph on Whatever (9781406301335)"
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A fantastic froggy fairy tale from the creator of And the Train Goes... and Whatever.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By L. Wincott
Format:Hardcover
WOW - what can I say? This is the best children's book I've read - ever - and I've read most of them! This book had my children, and others enthralled. I had to read it over and over again and they still wanted more! The beautiful illustrations are equally matched by the clever story. The ever so slightly macabre way the frog gobbles the monsters up had children squeeling with delight and adults (who stopped what they were doing to come and listen) roaring with laughter! Just when you think the story is coming to an end, the unexpected twist adds satisfaction like no other! This is a true classic and a must have for anyone with children. It's right up there with Maurice Sendak and the greats - Thanks William Bee - I'm hooked!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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This book is not really what you expect from a children's story. It has a slightly uneasy feel to it, the illistrations are a little scary and the twist is brilliant! A sweet little old lady lives by a wood, where she is visited by various unpleasant characters - and they do look really quite weird and dark. However, she is saved by her frog, who guards her from the passing trolls and goblins. I am not sure whether a nervous child might find the book a little scary, but mine don't and they find it hilarious. Judging by the other reviews, they are not alone. So, if you are looking for something a little bit different, then try William Bee!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By B. Boyes
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This quirky book had a bright 3 year old and myself enthralled. Good to read aloud and 'join in'. It has an unexpected twist in the tail and is not your usual 'wet' fairy story. Even knowing what is coming, she wants it again, and again, and ..... parents had hidden it once... but we found it.
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A favourite in my class...
"Beware of the Frog" is a great read that children in my class delighted in time after time. Who wouldn't love horrible creatures getting eaten by a frog?? Read more
Published 1 month ago by Katie B
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A fantastic read!
I bought this book based on the Look Inside images. It was a risk worth taking. I have read it several times to various children and they all absolutely love it. Read more
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Bought based on other reviews and was again disappointed
I don't really know how to articulate my own reasons for not liking this book, but bottom line is i didn't feel like reading it to my daughter and she wasn't bothered by it either. Read more
Published 14 months ago by KikiD
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OMG!!!! Prepare for hysterical laughter and nightmares!
I discovered this while tidying the bedroom of a 3 year old (I'm her nanny). Couldn't resist a quick read - and was hooked! Read more
Published on 29 Jan 2011 by Treehugger
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Beware of the frog by William Bee - Fantastic Book!
This is a book about a little old lady called Mrs Collywobbles and her pet frog that protects her from monsters. Read more
Published on 7 Nov 2010 by Jodie Niven
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A modern Classic
This is a great children's book. My son (3 years old) loves it and so do I- it's funny for both of us, I love the illustrations, I never tire of reading this story to him. Read more
Published on 18 Aug 2010 by P. Griffiths
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best childrens book ever
this book is absolutely brilliant,the story is really good and has a twist which is very unusual in a childrens picture book,and the illustrations are fantastic. Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2010 by katiegoldie
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Fantastic!
We're a bit of a book worm family here. My son being only 1 1/2, I was itching to get this book for ages and thought what the hell santa can bring it. And aren't I glad! Read more
Published on 8 Jan 2010 by A. Archer
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A must buy for the wicked within us all.....
I love love loved this - not only the slightly 70's retro feel to the imaging but the story has a lovely twist at the end and appeals to my evil edna persona - I laughed out lound... Read more
Published on 9 Sep 2009 by A. Small
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Surreal, but hilarious!
We love this book in our house. The story of a sweet little old lady who lives on the edge of a big dark scary wood, with only her little pet frog for protection. Read more
Published on 21 May 2009 by N. Vincendeau
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