Crocodiles: Built for the Hunt cover

Crocodiles: Built for the Hunt

Author: Gagne, Tammy

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 3.7
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 570
Points per Word 0.000877
Page Count 24
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

This book explores the physical features and hunting behaviors that make crocodiles effective predators. It examines the crocodile's powerful jaws, sharp teeth, and ambush hunting techniques. The text also describes where crocodiles live and how they capture prey. Vibrant photographs support the informative text throughout the book.

Quick Summary

Crocodiles become absolutely terrifying real-life monsters in this book as it reveals shocking facts about their super-predator skills that will make readers see them completely differently. Kids will gasp at how these ancient reptiles can hold their breath for hours, launch out of water like missiles to catch prey, and have the strongest bite force on the planet, all paired with vivid photos that make readers feel like they're on a wildlife adventure. If your kid loves the "Who Would Win?" series or any National Geographic animal books about predators, they'll devour this up-close look at one of Earth's most fearsome hunters. Perfect for kids ages 5-8 in kindergarten through second grade who are obsessed with dinosaurs, sharks, or any creature that rules.