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Description
In "Crocodile's Tears" by Alex Beard, a black rhinoceros and his friend Tikbird are too afraid to ask the crocodile directly why he is crying, so they travel through Africa asking a series of endangered animals if they know the reason. The story features the black rhinoceros, Tikbird, the crocodile, and other endangered African animals as characters. The book is set in Africa and includes full-color illustrations.
Quick Summary
In this sweet mystery, a worried rhino and tiny bird embark on a hilarious quest to find out why Crocodile is crying, asking endangered animals throughout the jungle for answers. Kids will giggle at the silly misunderstandings and feel their hearts swell as the animals work together, discovering that sometimes the simplest questions lead to The Most Wonderful Doll in the World touching revelations. If your kid loves the humor and heart of "Elephant and Piggie" or the gentle mysteries of "Llama Llama Red Pajama," they'll be captivated by this tender jungle adventure. Ideal for kindergarten through third graders, this 1,038-word picture book with an AR Level 4.2 makes a perfect bedtime story or classroom read-aloud.