Honor Book, 2017 Charlotte Zolotow Award Can I Tell You a Secret?
in illustrations bouncing with playful energy digitally
A young frog shares a secret: he is afraid of water and cannot swim. He has avoided water in various ways, including using a doctor’s note, and struggles to tell his parents. After a few false starts, he does share his fear. His parents already know and support him as he takes the next step toward learning to swim. The story follows his anxiety, avoidance, and willingness to ask for help.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
