This irresistible cumulative tale has become a classic since its first publication in 1981. "Immensely satisfying edge-of-the-seat fun for very small listeners, " wrote "Kirkus Reviews" in a pointed review. it is still a satisfaction-guaranteed read-aloud with the bonus of mesmerizing primary-color illustrations.

"This is the turtle that slid into the pond and ate the snake that dropped from a branch and swallowed the fish that swam after the frog -- JUMP, FROG, JUMP " This infectious cumulative tale will soon have the young frogs you know jumping and chanting with joy.