Later, Gator!

by Erik Brooks

Overview

After awhile, Crocodile. See you soon, Baboon. LATER, GATOR. Gator’s moving, and he’s so sad to say goodbye to his friends. Worst of all, he doesn’t know anyone in his new neighborhood! But with a little help—and some encouraging letters—from the good pals he left behind, Gator realizes what he has to do. Just say . . . HELLO! And with a Howdy do, Kangaroo and Good afternoon, Raccoon, Gator soon feels right at home.
            A group of adorable animals, and fun-to-read-aloud text, make this the perfect encouraging story for any new kid in the neighborhood.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781454918165
Publisher:	Sterling Children's Books
Publication date:	07/19/2016
Pages:	40
Sales rank:	1,046,932
Product dimensions:	8.70(w) x 11.10(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	3 - 18 Years

About the Author

After moving five times as a kid, author-illustrator Erik Brooks knows how hard it can be to say goodbye. He also knows that a new hello or two can help a LOT!
When not drawing, writing, or visiting schools and libraries, you’ll find him coaching cross-country and track at the local high school, running, skiing, and wandering through the North Cascades. Erik lives in Winthrop, Washington, with his wife, Sarah, and daughter, Keeley. Say hello to Erik online at erikbrooks.com.

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2016
PreS-Gr 2-Brooks describes the experience of Gator, who must say good-bye to his old friends when he moves to a new neighborhood. Gator misses his friends, but when they write him letters that make him smile, he is encouraged to introduce himself to the new neighbors he sees playing outside. The familiar plot is sure to provide comfort to any kid going through a similar situation. Many of the lines in the book are plays on the phrase, "See you later, alligator; in a while, crocodile." Young readers will find humor in the rhymes that Gator makes up for each of his animal friends. The watercolor illustrations are delicate and detailed and add to the sweet, gentle tone of the book. One especially endearing set of illustrations shows Gator in the snow wearing earmuffs and a scarf as he introduces himself to new friends. The front inside cover features repeating illustrations of Gator playing with his old friends, while the back inside cover shows repeating illustrations of Gator playing with his new friends. VERDICT Though the plot is a common one in children's books, Brooks's endearing characters and illustrations make this book stand out. A fun read-aloud and storytime selection for most children's collections, especially those with a transient patron base.-Celia Dillon, The Brearley School, New York

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