In a quiet forest, next to a little pond, lived a cheerful wood frog named [Freddy](LDL5BNV6). [Freddy](LDL5BNV6) loved hopping from lily pad to lily pad, singing frog songs, and catching buzzing flies for lunch.

One chilly autumn morning, [Freddy](LDL5BNV6) noticed something strange—the air was getting colder, and the pond water felt like ice.

[Freddy](LDL5BNV6)’s friend [Bella](B4CSW7DW) the Butterfly fluttered by. 'Better head south for winter!' she said. 'I can’t fly like you,' [Freddy](LDL5BNV6) laughed. 'Besides, I have my own way of staying safe.'

As the days grew colder, [Freddy](LDL5BNV6) found a cozy spot under some leaves. Then—just like magic—his body began to freeze. His legs turned stiff, his eyes became icy, and even his heart stopped beating.

All through the snowy months, [Freddy](LDL5BNV6) stayed frozen. Snowflakes piled up on top of him, but he didn’t mind. He was in his special winter sleep.

Then one warm morning in spring, the sun began to shine on the forest. Slowly, [Freddy](LDL5BNV6)’s icy body began to thaw.

His heart started beating again—thump-thump! His legs wiggled, and before long… HOP! [Freddy](LDL5BNV6) leapt out into the sunshine, ready for another year of adventures.

[Freddy](LDL5BNV6)’s frozen trick had kept him safe all winter long. Did you know real wood frogs can do this too?

Here’s how [Freddy](LDL5BNV6) and other wood frogs survive: They make a special sugar that works like antifreeze, keeping their cells safe even when frozen solid!

The next time winter comes, remember [Freddy](LDL5BNV6)’s amazing trick—and don’t forget, patience can help us through the coldest days!