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Crocodiles and alligators may seem ferocious and scary, but renowned science author Seymour Simon confirms that they′re also endlessly fascinating. Around since the time of dinosaurs, crocodiles and alligators eat without chewing, have three eyelids, and provide good living conditions for other animals. With the use of eighteen stunning full-colour photographs, Simon explores the wonders of these stealthy giants in an exciting up-close and personal way. Ages 8+
Lexile Measure: 1010 (What's this?)
Paperback: 32 pages
Publisher: HarperCollins; Reprint edition (August 7, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0064438295
ISBN-13: 978-0064438292
Product Dimensions: 11 x 0.1 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #89,955 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #13 in Books > Children's Books > Arts, Music & Photography > Photography #82 in Books > Children's Books > Animals > Reptiles & Amphibians
Age Range: 6 - 10 years
Grade Level: Kindergarten - 4
Crocodiles & Alligators, by Seymour Simon is a good book with which to become familiar with, or to begin the study of crocodilians. Its straight-forward presentation, and information provides the reader with an overview of both animals, and how they may be distinguished from one another. Nice photographs of both animals, and easily read in one sitting. If a reader wants a more comprehensive book on crocodilians then I would recommend Crocodiles and Alligators, Charles Ross, Editor. The latter books is coffee table book size, contains a wealth of information on the world's crocodilians, and can be obtained Used for a fraction of its original cost.
Simon by far has the BEST titles for informational text. Great text features in this title. Engaging for readers. Great comparing & contrasting between alligators & crocodiles. Lots of usage for stopping and jotting. Fantastic photographs.
This book totally creeped me out, but my 10-year-old grandson LOVED it! He'd asked for a book about crocodiles & alligators.....this book was perfect for him!
We have a lot of Seymour Simon's books. Very informational, and usually quite readable too. This one was no exception. Lots of great information and enjoyed by my oldest five children, ages 4 up to 11.5 (oldest read by himself and I read aloud to others). My only complaint is that the photos do not have any sort of labels or captions. And that would have been really helpful in trying to learn to tell the differences between crocodiles and alligators. This is the reason I marked it down to 4 stars.
Written for younger children, this interesting little book should be just the ticket for the budding Naturalist in your family. From the first page to the last the young reader is treated to picture after picture of alligators and crocodiles in a variety of settings, that will introduce them to these strange and unusual animals. Where did these scaly reptiles get there names anyway? How do you tell the difference between crocodiles and alligators? Where in the world are they found? The clear, entertaining, text explains all this and more in a way that should thrill both young and old alike. The pictures of crocodile family life should catch young eyes; like a new hatchling and the parent carrying it to safety in her mouth. The book's odd size (9.5x11.5) could be a problem for the younger reader so a little help from mom or pop may be in order. I think books like this, with lots of pictures and engaging text, are just the thing to get children started on a life long interest in nature and animals of all kinds. If the natural world has any chance of surviving our, out of control, population growth it's with the younger generation and fostering, in them, a love for all animals and the world they live in is more important now than ever before.LastRanger
he loves all facts and close up photos he can have of these creatures and this book is at the right reading level for him to really get into and enjoy
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