Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Alligators & Crocodiles

A wickedly funny cautionary tale about the perils of missing the most important meal of the day!Croc is running late for his shift as the river ferry. No time for breakfast. He'll pick up some donuts at the Hippo Hut. Only, Hippo's sold out!...

In this enchanting, rhyming tale, Ace the Archer is known throughout the land for his smile and perfect aim, and is always ready for adventure. On what should be an ordinary day of fun and games, Ace isn't able to find his best friend,...

A goofy and lonely denizen of the jungle has just one talent -- scaring other creatures with his big, scary teeth! What would he do without them? Deep in the jungle lurks Alan the alligator, descended from a long line of very scary alligators....

A goofy and lonely denizen of the jungle has just one talent -- scaring other creatures with his big, scary teeth! What would he do without them? Deep in the jungle lurks Alan the alligator, descended from a long line of very scary alligators....

Winner, 2026 Parents' Picks AwardsWinner, 2026 Family Choice AwardWhat happens when being different makes you feel like you don't belong?Alli Gator loves swimming and playing along the banks of the Rumbly River with her family. When she discovers children nearby, she dreams of going...

From alligators all around to zippity zound, from entertaining elephants to throwing tantrums, the antics of these alligators have made reciting the alphabet fun for over fifty years!Now in a larger, 5 x 7 trim size, Alligators All Around will continue to make children...

This egg-splosive tale of mistaken identity from Caldecott winner Leo Lionni is perfect for springtime reading and frog fans everywhere! For three frogs, an ordinary day on Pebble Island becomes extraordinary when one of them discovers a beautiful white egg. Although they've never seen...

On the banks of a river walks a crocodile . . . and he's looking for trouble! Crocodile has woken up with a frog in his throat. He heads out on a walk and asks the same question to every animal he meets: "Are...

"A perfect book." -Sandra Boynton, bestselling author From the hilarious author of Who Wet My Pants?, Unicorn Thinks He's Pretty Great, and the Dinosaur Vs. series comes a kid pleasing favorite about a devious alligator who learns to love! Welcome to Chez Bob, which...

"A bang-up banquet certain to draw demands for repeat courses and sturdy enough to survive them." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "A big, playful counting book that's great fun for reading aloud." --Booklist (starred review) "Another irresistibly touchable title for toddler-age readers." --Publishers Weekly From...

"Three cheers for this resourceful reptilian!"―Kirkus Reviews In a vibrant tropical jungle, Croco the Crocodile has fallen into a hole and can't climb out. Different animals come along to try to help him, but in the end, he must find his own way out....

Winner of the 2026 ALA Mildred A. Batchelder Award 2026 Children's Book Council #1 Kids Favorite Pick A 2026 USBBY Outstanding International Book A 2025 Kirkus Reviews Most Empowering Picture Books "Three cheers for this resourceful reptilian!"―Kirkus Reviews In a vibrant tropical jungle, Croco...

A festive and humorous seasonal board book perfect for Christmas! It's Christmas Eve, and the animals of the jungle have come out to play...dress up! Guess who's under Santa Claus's iconic outfit--Crocodile, Monkey, Giraffe, Elephant, Toucan, or Lion? Rhyming text and adorable art make...

Dad says it's important to take time out for toilet breaks, but Manu can't afford to miss a moment of fun. In fact, this playful crocodile would much rather be out ruling the playground or dancing up a storm than making a trip to...

This action-packed story full of humor and heart follows a lonely predator on the hunt...for pals. Perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey. Croc isn't like other crocodiles. She is a reptilian ballerina! An aquatic architect! A croc 'n' roll STAR! She is creative, cool,...

Illustrations and rhyming text inform the reader that, despite quills, claws, fangs, and more, animals--like children--all need love and affection.Author: Rebecca ColbyPublisher: Viking Books for Young ReadersPublished: 04/07/2020Pages: 40Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.95lbsSize: 10.80h x 9.20w x 0.40dISBN: 9780451480071Audience: Baby-PreschoolReview Citation(s): Kirkus Reviews 01/15/2020Publishers Weekly...

He's an alligator . . . he operates an excavator . . . he is EXCA-GATOR! An adorable picture book perfect for fans of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and Crocodiles Need Kisses Too! In the deepest jungle swamp, Where the beasties howl and stomp,...

When the five little monkeys go to the river for a picnic with Mama, they discover that it isn't very nice to tease Mr. Crocodile . . . it might even be dangerous! This follow-up to the best-selling classic Five Little Monkeys Jumping on...

The monkeys and Mama are eager to get a new car. The five little monkeys clean and paint their old car until it sparkles like new. But who will buy it? Perhaps those clever monkeys can convince their cranky crocodile neighbors that what they...

A fabulously funny take on a classic story from two giants of children's books!Goldilocks and her little dog are off on an adventure, looking for that house again - the one with the chairs, the porridge and beds. The sound of the sea calls...