The Frog Who Swallowed Its Croak / La ranita que se tragó su croac

What if the words you need get stuck like a bubble?

Lola loves exploring nature with her class. But when her belly gives an urgent little wiggle, she feels too shy to ask her teacher to use the bathroom. Her words stay trapped like bubbles-until Lola watches one bubble rise through the water and discovers what brave words can do.

¿Y si las palabras que necesitas se quedaran atrapadas como una burbujita?

A Lola le encanta explorar la naturaleza con su clase. Pero cuando su pancita le da un saltito urgente, le da pena pedirle a su maestra que la deje ir al baño. Sus palabras quedan atrapadas como burbujitas, hasta que Lola ve una subir por el agua y descubre lo que puede hacer una voz valiente.

Why families and teachers will enjoy this story / Por qué las familias y los maestros disfrutarán este cuento:

• Dual-language reading: Short English sentences paired with sweet, natural Latin American Spanish.
• A familiar preschool moment: Lola notices her body's signals and learns to ask a trusted adult for help.
• A specific social-emotional skill: The story opens gentle conversations about confidence, body awareness, and speaking up.
• Clear read-aloud rhythm: Brief sentences help young listeners follow the story in both languages.
• Bold, accessible artwork: Large expressive characters, bright flat colors, and clean backgrounds support visual storytelling.