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Alligators Alligators Juvenile literature Alva, Alfredo Juvenile literature Crocodiles Crocodiles Juvenile literature Immigrants United States Biography Juvenile literature Mexican Americans Biography Juvenile literature Mexico Emigration and immigration Juvenile literature United States United States Emigration and immigration Juvenile literatureFitzgerald, Stephanie
Summary: Did you know that alligators are the largest reptiles in North America or that they survived the mass-extinction that wiped out most animals on the planet 65 million years ago? Learn fascinating facts like these and more all in the pages of this book!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.98 FITSmith, Emma Bland
Summary: "A nonfiction picture book about Claude the albino alligator at the California Academy of Sciences"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little Bigfoot, an imprint of Sasquatch Books 2020
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Place a hold to request this item.Reed, Ellis M.
Summary: Explores the similarities between alligators and crocodiles, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like teeth, snout shape, and habitat can be used to identify these fearsome reptiles. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2020
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Place a hold to request this item.Pallotta, Jerry
Summary: Which dangerous animals would win in a fight? Find out in this awesome bind-up of five books in the popular Who Would Win? series! The collection features a range of mammals, sea creatures, reptiles, and dinosaurs to satisfy all kinds of animal fans. Who would win!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic, Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 590 PALLawrence, Ellen
Summary: "In this book, young readers will learn about the diet, life cycle, behavior, and swamp habitat of American alligators."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing 2017
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 597.98 LAWSilverman, Buffy.
Summary: Looks at the ways that alligators and crocodiles are different, as well as how they are similar, looking at their physical features, behavior, and where they live.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications Co. 2012
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Place a hold to request this item.Katz, Susan B.
Summary: "Two beady eyes peek out of the water. Is it a crocodile or an alligator? They may look similar, but these two reptiles have many differences, including where they live and the shape of their snout. Let's find out what fearsome creature is really lurking below the water and explore their differences. The engaging text and stunning photos are perfect for early learners"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Pebble, an imprint of Capstone 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.98 KATDingwall, Laima
Summary: Describes the physical characteristics, behaviors and habitats of raccoons and alligators
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 2004
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 591O'Brien, Bridget
Summary: With more developed vocabulary and language patterns and full-spread illustration-enhanced photographs, transitional readers learn about the American alligator's swamp habitat. Children who are using strategies to figure out unknown words build confidence as they learn more advanced word patterns and uncover information on their own.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Magic Readers, an imprint of Magic Wagon 2014
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Summary: Presents information about the black caiman, including physical characteristics, its everyday life, and its hunting abilities.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.9 LAWZimmerman, Adeline J.
Summary: "In Alligator or Crocodile?, beginning readers will learn to spot the differences between these scaly reptiles. Carefully leveled text relays what the animals look like and how they behave. Each page then asks readers to name which animal is shown in the photo. Answers appear upside down on the bottom of each page, making reading for learning interactive and fun. A See and Compare spread shows...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bullfrog Books/Jump!, Inc. 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.98 ZIMGish, Melissa
Summary: "A detailed chronology of developmental milestones drives this life study of alligators, including their habitats, physical features, and conservation measures taken to protect these semiaquatic reptiles"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Education 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.98 GISHumphrey, Natalie
Summary: "Between killer whales and alligators, one animal seems to be the best beast, but who would actually win in a face off? An alligator's bite is one of the strongest in the animal kingdom, but is the killer whale's tougher? Through this imaginative and informative text, young readers will discover key facts about each species and decide themselves! This book features full color photographs paired...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2023
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.53 HUMFeldman, Thea
Summary: "A nonfiction Level 2 Ready-to-Read filled with fun facts about what makes alligators and crocodiles super"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Ready to Read, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division 2021
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 597.98 FELCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Beginning Readers - Rising Reader (Purple), Call number: JBR PURPLE FELDaly, Timothy M.
Summary: Discusses the physical characteristics, habitat, habits, and diet of alligators.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.984 DALCopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.984 DALGibbons, Gail.
Summary: "Alligators and crocodiles are the world's largest reptiles and the closest living relatives of dinosaurs. Here is information about their different physical characteristics, and how they live, mate, and raise their young. Crocodilians have been around for millions of years and are now endangered"--Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Holiday House 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Animal GibbonsRiggs, Kate.
Summary: "A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of alligators, some of Earth's largest reptiles. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why alligators and dogs don't get along"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Education 2012
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: JE 599.98 RIGMattern, Joanne
Summary: "Long snout. Big teeth. Hard scales. Lives in warm climates. Is it an alligator or a crocodile? Look inside to learn how these beasts from the age of dinosaurs are alike and how they differ!"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Red Chair Press 2018
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Summary: "Introduces the reader to crocodiles and alligators."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.9 HERSalzmann, Mary Elizabeth
Summary: Are alligator eggs hard or soft? What color are alligators when they are born? How long do alligators stay with their mother? Kids will learn the answers to all these questions and more when they read Baby Alligators. This book uses photographs and text to help develop and reinforce language and reading skills. A comprehensive quiz will make learning fun and effective.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2015
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: JE 597.9 SALRusch, Elizabeth
Summary: "Una historia real sobre un científico contemporáneo que salvó la capa de ozono y el planeta, evitando un desastre en el medioambiente. Mario Molina es un científico mexicoamericano y un héroe de nuestros días que ayudó a resolver la crisis de la capa de ozono de la década de 1980. Se crió en la Ciudad de México y desde niño sintió curiosidad por los mundos ocultos que estudiaba a través de un...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Charlesbridge 2019
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1 available in Juvenile World Languages, Call number: J SPANISH 921 MOLRodríguez, Patty
Summary: "Inspired by one of the oldest traditional games of chance, this book will introduce your little one to their first English and Spanish words"--Page 4 of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little Libros 2014
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1 available in Foreign Language, Call number: JE ROD Board BookLevy, Janice.
Summary: Simple text and color illustrations present the historical background and contemporary celebration of the Cinco de Mayo holiday.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Albert Whitman 2007
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J468 LEV SPANISHMills, Deborah
Summary: Alfredo y su papá deben cruzar la frontera en un viaje difícil de México a los Estados Unidos. ¿Encontrarán el nuevo hogar que están buscando en el otro lado? Basándose en hechos reales, esta historia cobra vida gracias a la ilustradora Mexicana Claudia Navarro, y está repleta de notas al final del texto para iniciar conversaciones sobre inmigración.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barefoot Books 2018