Frog
A Story of Life on Earth
Published on 8. May 2025
Book
Hardback
48 pages
978-1-5266-0075-2 (ISBN)
Description
*BBC Wildlife Magazine: Best Wildlife Books of 2025*
*Shortlisted for the UKLA 2026 Book Awards*
*Shortlisted for the 2026 Peters Children's Book of the Year Award*
*Shortlisted for the 2025 Children's Wrainwright Prize for Non-Fiction*
If frogs come from eggs,
and eggs come from frogs,
where did the first frog come from?
This is the incredible story of how frogs came to be. To find out, we go all the way back to the very beginning. Before frogs, dinosaurs, planet Earth - before even the stars existed . . . back 13.7 billion years to the moment just before the universe began. And from there, through Isabel Thomas's beautifully lyrical text and Daniel Egneus's breathtaking illustrations, we are transported through time to the evolution of the very first frogs.
The story of frog is an epic; an adventure in space and time. It's a story still being told, in every garden, every pond and every corner of our extraordinary planet.
*Shortlisted for the UKLA 2026 Book Awards*
*Shortlisted for the 2026 Peters Children's Book of the Year Award*
*Shortlisted for the 2025 Children's Wrainwright Prize for Non-Fiction*
If frogs come from eggs,
and eggs come from frogs,
where did the first frog come from?
This is the incredible story of how frogs came to be. To find out, we go all the way back to the very beginning. Before frogs, dinosaurs, planet Earth - before even the stars existed . . . back 13.7 billion years to the moment just before the universe began. And from there, through Isabel Thomas's beautifully lyrical text and Daniel Egneus's breathtaking illustrations, we are transported through time to the evolution of the very first frogs.
The story of frog is an epic; an adventure in space and time. It's a story still being told, in every garden, every pond and every corner of our extraordinary planet.
Reviews / Votes
A stunning picture book that is nothing less than the story of everything. Bound to become a firm favourite in primary school classrooms. * BBC Wildlife Magazine * Beautiful artwork and a lyrical text help children understand physics, chemistry and life on Earth. * The Bookseller * An awe-inspiring introduction to cosmic evolution that makes the universe's story feel both intimate and infinite. * Kirkus Reviews * A powerful work covering the big and small story of the creation of the universe, this is an excellent addition to a classroom library with accessible language and illustrations that speak to both younger and older learners * School Library Journal * An engaging introduction for curious children beginning to ask big questions * Booklist * Isabel Thomas's infectious enthusiasm for her subject clearly comes through on every page, sure to inspire a new generation of science lovers. * Through the Bookshelf * For the curious and inquisitive child, I imagine that this is a book to be poured over again and again. * Just Imagine Reviews * A riot of colour, the thoughtful design results in a visual feast, an unforgettable and vibrant introduction to evolution. If there was ever a book to spark curiosity and inspire wonder, this is it! * SLA Information Book Award 2026 Judges * A rare pleasure * Wall Street Journal on MOTH * A stunning visual experience * Books for Keeps on MOTH *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: Up to 7 years
Dimensions
Height: 256 mm
Width: 258 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
496 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5266-0075-2 (9781526600752)
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Persons
Isabel Thomas is a science writer and the author of a galaxy of books for young audiences. They include Moth: An Evolution Story, illustrated by Daniel Egneus, which won the AAAS/Subaru Prize for Excellence in Science Books. She also writes for science magazines including The Week Junior Science + Nature. Isabel studied Human Sciences at the University of Oxford and Education Research at the University of Cambridge. Find out more at isabelthomas.co.uk | Instagram: @isabelthomasbooks
Daniel Egneus is a prolific artist who has illustrated numerous books, including several Neil Gaiman titles and the much-loved picture book, Be Wild, Little One by Olivia Hope. He is also a well-regarded fashion artist, illustrating for the likes of Chanel, H&M, Nike and many more. He is based in Athens, Greece. X and Instagram: @danielegneus
Daniel Egneus is a prolific artist who has illustrated numerous books, including several Neil Gaiman titles and the much-loved picture book, Be Wild, Little One by Olivia Hope. He is also a well-regarded fashion artist, illustrating for the likes of Chanel, H&M, Nike and many more. He is based in Athens, Greece. X and Instagram: @danielegneus