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There's an Alligator under My Bed

by Mercer Mayer

The There's a Nightmare In My Closet, bringing back that story's imaginative young hero for an even funnier nighttime adventure. Full-color illustrations.

No Fighting, No Biting! (An I Can Read Book, Level 2)

No Fighting, No Biting! (An I Can Read Book, Level 2)

by Else Holmelund Minarik

The merry adventures of two scrapping alligator children—and of Rosa and Willy, their human counterparts.‘Else Holmelund Minarik, whose Little Bear indicated a uniquely charming talent, has outdone herself here.’ —K.

Wag a Tail

by Lois Ehlert, Diane Goode

A boy is just plain tired of being a boy. So, he becomes an alligator--and it suits him just fine! His worried mother is comforted by the vet, who reassures her that all will be well, as long as the young alligator boy continues to attend school, of course. Whether scaring the class bully with his commanding grin or singing from his impressive snout in the choir, this brand-new lizard is ready to live his life... (more)

Deadly Reptiles (Solway, Andrew. Wild Predators.)

Deadly Reptiles (Solway, Andrew. Wild Predators.)

by Andrew Solway

Discover the different deadly ways in which animals hunt their prey. Contains stunning photographs and information on life cycles and environmental issues. Ages 10+ years.

Egad Alligator!

by Harriet Ziefert

His brother might be tired, but Little Gator sure isn"t. He wants to go exploring. So while his brother rests on the banks of the mangrove swamp, Little Gator swims off in search of new friends. On his journey he encounters all kinds of creatures, but when he tries to introduce himself, they all run away shouting, "Egad Alligator!" Feeling discouraged, Little Gator wonders how he can make friends when everyone... (more)

Alligators and Crocodiles: Hunters of the Night (Animals After Dark)

Alligators and Crocodiles: Hunters of the Night (Animals After Dark)

by Elaine Landau

Scenes from Southwest Florida Woodlands

by Victoria, Roddel

A collection of photographs from the woodlands and swamps of Southwest Florida. 8 1/2 x 11 Paperback

But I Am an Alligator (Charlie and Lola)

But I Am an Alligator (Charlie and Lola)

by Lauren Child

Lola has a favorite alligator costume that she wants to wear absolutely everywhere. Charlie tells her she can’t wear it ALL the time, but Lola argues that she can. Much to Charlie’s embarrassment, Lola wears her alligator costume to the supermarket and the park. She even plans to wear it for her school talk called “All about Me!” Can Charlie stop Lola from making a fool of herself in front of the whole school?

American Alligators: Freshwater Survivors (America's Animal Comebacks)

American Alligators: Freshwater Survivors (America's Animal Comebacks)

by Aaron Feigenbaum

Brill and the Dragators (Exitorn Adventures)Peggy Downing

Brill and the Dragators (Exitorn Adventures)

by Peggy Downing

Taken from home to serve as a companion to the selfish son of the much-feared Emperor of Exitorn, Brill soon finds himself entangled in a daring plan to restore the rightful king to the throne.

Snap! A Book About Alligators And Crocodiles (level 3) (Hello Reader)

Snap! A Book About Alligators And Crocodiles (level 3) (Hello Reader)

by Melvin Berger, Gilda Berger

Renowned authors Melvin and Gilda Berger have created yet another fascinating science book. With simple accessible text and brilliant photographs, this is sure to be a big hit with parents and teachers alike!

Who Lives in an Alligator Hole? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Who Lives in an Alligator Hole? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

by Anne Rockwell

Scientists consider alligators a "keystone species"—the most important animal in their habitat. Without the alligator, many animals dependent on the gator would become extinct. Read and find out about how alligators are much more than big jaws and sharp teeth!

St. Lucy's Home for Girls Raised by Wolves: Stories

St. Lucy's Home for Girls Raised by Wolves: Stories

by Karen Russell

A dazzling debut, a blazingly original voice: the ten stories in St. Lucy’s Home for Girls Raised by Wolves introduce a radiant new talent. In the collection’s title story, a pack of girls raised by wolves are painstakingly reeducated by nuns. In “Haunting Olivia,” two young boys make midnight trips to a boat graveyard in search of their dead sister, who set sail in the exoskeleton of a giant crab. In “Z.Z.’s... (more)

The Gator Girls (Calmenson, Stephanie. Gator Girls, Bk. 1,)

The Gator Girls (Calmenson, Stephanie. Gator Girls, Bk. 1,)

by Stephanie Calmenson, Joanna Cole

Doing everything together, best friends Allie and Amy wonder how they will make it through the summer when Allie's parents decide to send her away to Camp Wogga-Bog. Reprint. AB. SLJ.

Crocodiles & Alligators

by Seymour Simon

Crocodiles and alligators have always been one of humankind's most feared predators. Around since the days of the dinosaurs, they are probably the source of myths about ferocious serpents and man-eating dragons. All tall tales aside, these reptiles remain fascinating creatures. Did you know that crocodiles and alligators eat their food without chewing? Or that they use the sun to regulate their body temperature?... (more)

Alligator Tales

A collection of true stories that tell about alligators and the people who have hunted them, been attacked by them, and tried to save them from extinction.

Epipleptic Bicycle

by Edward Gorey

A charming burlesque concerning an intrepid voyage of epic proportions by the Â“incredibly sophisticated...stylish and inventiveÂ” Edward Gorey (New York Observer). Now available in a special gift edition.

I'm No Angel (Avon Romance)

by Patti Berg

Top 7 Reasons Why She's No Angel 7. Easily Palm Beach's sexiest private investigator, Angel Devlin always gets her man -- and bad boy millionaire Tom Donovan is at the top of her Most Wanted list. 6. Instinct tells her that drop-dead-gorgeous Tom has something wicked up his sleeve, and she's going to get up close and personal to find out just what. 5. Her list of nocturnal activities includes lifting a... (more)

Danger in Quicksand Swamp: Danger in Quicksand Swamp

Danger in Quicksand Swamp: Danger in Quicksand Swamp

by Bill Wallace

When jake finds the old canoe filled with rocks and hidden in sand near the river, he and Ben are thrilled! But someone wants to bury it. Why? The trouble begins when they clean it up, discover a treasure map, and set out in their new boat in search of adventure. What they find instead is terror: alligators swarming around them, trapping them on the tiny island in the middle of the eerie Swamp. But there is an... (more)

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