Jeff the Frog. the Lost Hop

By: Ciccio, Adam

A heartwarming story about conquering depression with the support of caring friends. For frogs and friends ages 5 years and up.

This is Jeff. He used to be a happy frog. He loved hopping from lily pad to lily pad with his three friends, Dominic, Fred, and Alice. But when his best friend, Dominic, suddenly moves away, Jeff feels so sad that he loses his hop. Can his friends find a way to help Jeff hop again?

This heartwarming story, crafted by author and child psychologist Adam Ciccio, addresses the challenges of depression and the pain of saying goodbye. It serves as a powerful resource for promoting mental well-being and self-acceptance. With its simple narrative and charming pastel illustrations, this book makes complex emotions accessible to young readers, opening up conversations about sadness and the support of caring friends.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0D8XL771Q
• ISBN13: 9798890630667
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Clavis Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.9" x 10.2"
• Age Range: 5 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 5