FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Louis's Scottish uncle brings him the birthday gift of a tadpole from Loch Ness. It soon becomes clear that this ""tadpole"" is not turning into a normal frog! It'll take a little help from friends to feed and shelter this unusual, ever-growing pet.
Louis' best birthday present comes from his Uncle McAllister in Scotland, a tadpole! Everyone is stunned to see Louis' new pet, Alphonse, grow and grow and grow.