First published 2014
Hank feels proud when his teacher picks him to care for Principal Love's pet frog over the weekend. He carries the tank home carefully and watches the frog swim around. But Sunday morning brings disaster. Hank discovers he forgot to secure the tank lid. The frog is gone. Panic sets in as Hank realizes what this means. He has to return the frog Monday morning, but now it could be anywhere in his house. Hank searches under beds, behind furniture, and in every corner he can think of. His weekend turns into a frantic hunt as the clock ticks down. Each hour that passes makes finding the frog harder. Hank knows he has let down his teacher and Principal Love. The weight of responsibility crushes him as he imagines explaining the loss. This story captures the anxiety every child feels when a small mistake grows into a big problem.
Genres: fiction, humor, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, responsibility
128 pages · Paperback · Penguin Workshop