Reuben’s Hunt for a Home

"Reuben's Hunt for a Home" is a heartwarming rhyming picture book by debut Irish author Julie Kennedy Fogarty. It follows the brave and whimsical journey of Reuben the frog, who sets off in search of a new place to call home after his beloved bog disappears. From windswept ocean shores to shadowy forests-and even a run-in with a hungry ogre-Reuben faces danger, disappointment, and delightful surprises, discovering that sometimes, home is found in the most unexpected places. Beautifully illustrated and rich in lyrical rhyme, this charming tale teaches young readers about resilience, friendship, and the true meaning of home. In a lush, green bog where the cattails swayed, Reuben the frog spent his happiest days. His home was so peaceful, so cosy, so neat, With mossy-soft pillows that cushioned his feet.