Publisher's Synopsis
Finn was the name of a wide-mouthed frog who lived in the middle of a beautiful, green forest. Among his fellow froggy buddies, Finn was known as "Wide Mouthed Finn" due to his unusually large mouth compared to other frogs in the swamp. Finn didn't mind, however. He really kind of loved it about him. He was the most successful frog at catching flies because of his large mouth, and he took great pride in how easily he could consume them. But even though Finn was good at collecting flies, something within him was becoming restless. He was eager to go beyond the swamp's well-known borders and find out what was waiting for him. Finn's curiosity overcame his trepidation despite his companions' warnings about the horrors that waited beyond their safe haven. When the sun rose high in the sky and illuminated the peaceful marsh, Finn made up his mind. He was going to go off on his great trip today. He sprang and hopped, his lips opening wide in a broad smile, and ventured into the unknown. As Finn descended down into the forest, the sound of chirping birds and rustling leaves filled the air. He was in awe of the bright flowers that scattered the woodland floor and the enormous trees that appeared to reach the sky. He was enthralled and excited by every new sight, which fueled his urge to explore even more. Finn saw a wide variety of animals on his travels, from little insects to magnificent deer. With a grin and a cordial croak, he welcomed each one, ready to absorb their distinct viewpoints. He befriended a family of squirrels who showed him how to climb trees and an elderly owl who told him stories about the history of the forest along the way. But Finn's journey took an unexpected turn when he came across a babbling creek. He leaned in for a closer look, drawn by the sparkling water, only to stumble and plunge headlong into the freezing stream. He was struggling to remain afloat when panic struck, his lips opening wide in shock. When it seemed like there was no hope left, a good-hearted beaver came up and offered Finn a strong branch to hold onto. Finn let out a thankful moan as he hauled himself to safety, his heart thumping with happiness. Gesturing him with loving tolerance, the beaver promised to guide him about the forest while laughing at his bad luck. Together, they marveled at the beauty of the surrounding landscape as they discovered secret clearings and hidden glens. Finn paid close attention as the beaver imparted his knowledge, instilling in him the value of fortitude and tenacity in the face of difficulty. Finn recognized that his trip was far from done as the sun started to set, bathing the woodland in a warm light. He said goodbye to his new companion with confidence and resolve that he had never had before, anxious to see what other mysteries were ahead of him in the vastness of the forest. Finn felt his wide lips open into an even bigger smile with every hop and jump, full of anticipation for the adventures that awaited. The voyage was far from over for Finn, the wide-mouthed frog. And as he descended more into the unknown, he was certain that he would meet any obstacles head-on with curiosity, bravery, and the biggest smile on the face of the planet.
