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The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone

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Frog Belly Rat Bone is set in dull, grey, Cementland; a drab place filled with rubbish and piles of junk. Amongst all the detritus a young boy is in search of treasure and sure enough finds it – in the form of colourful packets of seeds. Although disappointed with the contents of the packets he sows them and builds a scarecrow to protect the plants – the titular Frog Belly Rat Bone. The boy brings to life the scarecrow, who encourages the boy in his endeavours to transform Cementland into a wondrous place. Reminiscent of The Tin Forest, this is a joyous take on the topic of environment and sustainability.

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