Infant - Grade 3. Welcome to the Pond is the first book in the H.O.P. series from author Kristina A. Rugh. The H.O.P. principles, Hospitality, Organization, and Professionalism, are embodied by the 3 main characters of the series, all animals who "hop". In this first book, focused on Hospitality, Frog has just moved into the pond and is throwing a tea party to meet his new neighbors. Through rhyme, Welcome to the Pond goes through the steps of planning the party, deciding on who to invite, welcoming your guests, socializing, helping, and how to greet and say goodbye. Copyright (c) Householder Lifestyle Consulting, LLC. All rights reserved.