After the book, we'll make iguanas out of felt and CDs (let's see how many of the kids recognize those).

About the book:

A humorous and heartfelt picture book about an iguana who thinks he needs to be someone else to stand out – but realizes that what's most special are the qualities that already make him unique.

When Iguana is invited to new neighbor Cheetah's pool party, he's worried that it will be filled with all kinds of interesting animals. And he's not interesting at all! But what if he became something amazing, like . . . a fire-breathing dragon?? Iguana has a big plan -- could it work, or will it all go up in flames?

Maddie Frost introduces a silly and relatable character who learns that his own unique qualities are actually pretty neat, and the coolest friends will celebrate him for who he is.

About the author-illustrator:

Maddie Frost is a children's author-illustrator from Massachusetts. She has illustrated TONS of books and is now working on her seventh author-illustrated title called, "WOMBATS!", an early reader graphic novel publishing in 2023. Let's give it up for underrated marsupials!

Growing up in the 90's she wore a lot of flannel shirts and watched A LOT of Nickelodeon cartoons. Those shows have 100% made her the storyteller she is today. Her books focus on funny characters and are packed with heart. Most of Maddie's ideas come from insecure places that are spun into a hilarious story. She uses her anxious and worried brain to make art and relate to readers of all ages. If she could be any animal she would be a bird-mermaid. A mer-bird. A bir-maid.

When Maddie is not making books, she's hanging out with her two pups, Mozzy and Remy.