February 2014 Children's & Young Adult Lead Titles

The Otter, the Spotted Frog & the Great Flood: A Creek Indian Story Gerald Hausman, illustrated by Ramon Shiloh

The Otter, the Spotted Frog & the Great Flood: A Creek Indian Story
Gerald Hausman, illustrated by Ramon Shiloh


When Spotted Frog tells of a great flood that is about to destroy their homes, all of the animals ignore his warnings, except Listener the Otter. Ridiculed by the other animals, Listener heeds Spotted Frog’s predictions and begins to build a raft to try and survive the impending disaster. But will his efforts be enough? 

This charming children’s book warns us to listen to the wisdom of nature and the environment.