# Why?: A Timeless Story Told Without Words - Hardcover

by **Nikolai Popov** (Author)

**A frog and a mouse fall into an argument over a flower in this wordless modern classic, perfect for starting conversations with children about peace, conflict, warfare, and the importance of de-escalation.**

In this new edition of a wordless modern classic, a frog picks a beautiful flower. When a mouse sees him with it, his jealousy overcomes him, and he grabs it for himself. Then Frog's friends chase the mouse away. But before the frogs can celebrate, a counter-attack from Mouse's friends surprises them--and the conflict soon escalates into a full-blown war. When the dust finally clears, all either side can ask is: Why? With an afterword by children's literature expert Leonard S. Marcus, this seemingly simple book is an invaluable way to talk to young children about conflict and warfare.

### Author Biography

**Nikolai Popov**, the author and illustrator**,** lives in Russia and has created many celebrated books around the world.

**Number of Pages:** 40

**Dimensions:** 0.4 x 12.2 x 9 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** October 26, 2021

## Details

- **Price:** 17.99 USD
- **Vendor:** Books by splitShops
- **Type:** Books
- **Tags:** Books by splitShops, Shopify Collective

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