In today’s post, I’m sharing a delightful collection of quotes from Arnold Lobel’s Frog and Toad series. These timeless stories capture the charm of friendship, the beauty of nature, and the humor in everyday life. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, a smile, or a spark for classroom discussions, these quotes highlight the wisdom and whimsy that make Frog and Toad enduring favorites.
10 Great Frog and Toad Quotes
1. ““Help!” said Toad.
“I cannot see anything.”
“Don’t be silly,” said Frog.
“What you see is the clear warm
light of April.
And it means that we can begin a
whole new year together, Toad.
Think of it,” said Frog.
“We will skip through the meadows
and run through the woods and swim in
the river.” Arnold Lobel, Frog and Toad Are Friends
2. “Frog and Toad waited a long time. Four days later the snail got to Toad’s house and gave him the letter from Frog. Toad was very pleased to have it. ” Arnold Lobel, Frog and Toad Are Friend.
3. ″ ‘Listen Frog,’ said Toad. ‘How long have I been asleep?’
‘You have been asleep since November,’ said Frog.
‘Well then,’ said Frog. ‘A little more sleep will not hurt me.’ ” Arnold Lobel, Frog and Toad Are Friends
4. “The snow was getting deeper and deeper. ‘Tomorrow we will jump and swim in the river,’ said Toad.” Arnold Lobel, Frog and Toad Are Friends
5. “Then Toad went into the house and
stood on his head.
“Why are you standing on your
head?” asked Frog.
“I hope that if I stand on my head, it
will help me to think of a story,” said Toad.” Arnold Lobel, Frog and Toad Are Friends
6. “One day in summer Frog was not feeling well. Toad said,
‘Frog, you are looking quite green.’
‘But I always look green,’ said Frog. ‘I am a frog.’
‘Today you look very green even for a frog,’ said Toad.” Arnold Lobel, Frog and Toad Are Friends
7. ““Turtle,” said Frog, “you will have to go away.”
“Why should I?” asked the turtle.
“Because Toad thinks that he looks funny in his bathing suit, and he does not want you to see him,” said Frog.” Arnold Lobel, Frog and Toad Are Friends
8. “Frog and Toad jumped into the water. They swam all afternoon. Frog swam fast and made big splashes. Toad swam slowly and made smaller splashes.”Arnold Lobel, Frog and Toad Are Friends
9. “I am happy. I am very happy. This morning when I woke up I felt good because the sun was shining. I felt good because I was a frog. And I felt good because I have you as a friend. I wanted to be alone. I wanted to think about how fine everything is.”
― Arnold Lobel, Days with Frog and Toad
10. “I cannot remember any of the things that were on my list of things to do. I will just have to sit here and do nothing,” said Toad.”
― Arnold Lobel, Frog and Toad Together
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Final thoughts
I hope you’ve enjoyed this journey into the heartwarming world of Frog and Toad. Their simple yet profound adventures remind us of the value of friendship, the joy of small moments, and the beauty of life’s quirks. Whether you use these quotes to spark conversations, inspire lessons, or simply reflect on their timeless wisdom, may they bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart.
