About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is oscillating between a love for 'scary' predators and a need for snuggly reassurance. This narrative nonfiction title balances the high-stakes reality of the crocodile's life as a hunter with the surprisingly tender reality of its life as a parent. It helps children reconcile the idea that an animal can be both formidable and deeply protective. It is perfect for ages 5 to 9, offering enough scientific detail to satisfy budding biologists while maintaining a playful, conversational tone that keeps the 'scary' parts manageable. Parents will appreciate how it introduces the concept of nature's cycle without being overly graphic, emphasizing the crocodile's intelligence and maternal instincts.
