Freeda the Frog and the Two Mommas Next Door (picture book) - Paul's REVIEW

*I received this book as an eARC from Mascot Books via NetGalley. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*

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Title: Freeda the Frog and the Two Mommas Next Door
Author: Nadine Haruni 

Upcoming Release Date: June 2, 2020


Synopsis: This is the 5th book in the series, and addresses gay parents, and explains to kids that that parents are not necessarily always just a man and a woman.

In this book, the tadpoles make a new friend named Jessica, who has two mommas. The tadpoles learn that there are many different types of parents out there, and that all you need is love.

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Review: I wasn't previously familiar with the Freeda the Frog books, but there's an introduction in this book about the purpose and creation of this book. There are also coloring pages and some activities included at the end. This book is made for a perfect introduction to a conversation with children about families that may look different than their own. 

This book is cute and straight forward. The young tadpoles have questions and uncertainties about a tadpole with two mommas. Their parents answer their questions and they come to a better understanding.

This picture book fulfills its purpose. It is definitely more of an educational book than a creative, imaginative one. I give this book a 4.5/5. This book will lead to so many great conversations.

--PAUL