The Shorter Way (1 2 3... Poetry)

The Shorter Way Is Not Alway The Better Way Morning in the swamp; it was a bright new day, Feathery clouds were floating every which way. "A perfect day to go out," thought the little toad, "What a waste to stay in, I'll walk down the road. It won't take long to get from the swamp to town, I'll have fun with my friend 'til the sun goes down."

Sigal Adler is an Israeli children's author with a refreshing, rhythmic writing style. The combination of catchy rhymes spiced with humor and an ethical message appeals to the hearts of children. Originally published in Hebrew, Sigal's books quickly became best-sellers in Israel. She has recently begun translating her work into English so as to reach and delight a new audience.