"The frog wore red suspenders, / And he hopped all over town, / He never once would slow his pace / Or ever look around."
"The frog wore red suspenders, / And he hopped all over town, / He never once would slow his pace / Or ever look around."
This book is perfect for teaching rhyme, rhythm, and the use of humor in poetry. Teachers can have students write their own funny poems, or use the poems to spark discussions about how sound and word choice create humor in writing.
Jack Prelutsky's "The Frog Wore Red Suspenders" is a whimsical collection of poems featuring animals in amusing situations. The poems are humorous, full of rhythm and rhyme, and complemented by delightful illustrations by Arnold Lobel. Each poem is lively and encourages young readers to explore the playful side of poetry.