I Am Not Grumpy! by Caroline L. Perry

Meet the crankiest-looking frog in all the land—who insists, quite firmly, that she is not grumpy!

In the delightful tradition of Grumpy Monkey and Unicorns Are the Worst!, this laugh-out-loud picture book comes to us from the creators of I Am Not Happy! And it stars one very misunderstood black rain frog.

Here’s the thing: she’s got a cozy burrow, plenty of puddles to splash in, and a never-ending buffet of juicy bugs. She’s the happiest amphibian around. So why does everyone assume she’s in a mood?

Blame it on a permanent pout—a serious case of “Resting Frog Face.” But don’t be fooled. This sulky little squeaker is as content as can be, and she’ll spend the whole book trying to convince her animal neighbors (and your little reader) to believe her.

What unfolds is a warm, wonderfully silly lesson in not judging a critter by its cover. It’s the kind of story that sparks giggles on the first read and gentle conversations on the tenth.

Perfect for ages 3 to 7, this one earns its spot on the shelf for little ones learning about feelings, friendship, and first impressions. The expressive illustrations alone are worth lingering over.

We can just picture it now—read aloud on a rainy afternoon, the sea air drifting in, everyone laughing at that famously frowny face.

A charming addition to any home library, and a favorite here in the cove. Come browse it in person, or let us tuck a copy into your stack. We’d love to help you find your next read-aloud treasure.

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