■ Book Summary
While jumping rope in gym class, I fell because of my rope partner. Right then, blech! A toad came out of my mouth! I apologized, but my friend wouldn’t even listen. I felt small and damp like a toad. As I went home feeling down, a soccer ball hit the back of my head. Then, my mouth twisted and toads popped out. I hate it when I throw up toads. How can I stop them?

■ Toads that show the nature of swearing
How can we make it easier for children to understand why swearing is so bad? The author compared swear words to toads that come out of one’s mouth. The illustrator vividly depicts the ugly and damp toad so that children can feel how they might feel when they get sworn at.
Through this book, children can naturally recognize that swear words convey unpleasant feelings and make others feel offended. Children will realize why swearing is terrible and why they shouldn’t curse.

■ How to avoid doing bad things
A boy who spits out a curse quickly realizes his mistake and repents. But he is frustrated because he cannot control himself. With the help of his father and friends, the boy tries his best not to say bad things.
Seeing the boy who finally controls his feelings and recovers a clear mind, readers will feel refreshed. The book helps children realize how important it is to try not to do bad things and allows them to feel a sense of accomplishment and pride that they have controlled themselves.