Murray, Julie
Summary: Saltwater crocodiles have the most powerful bite in the animal world! Readers will learn about these bites as well as other cool facts about saltwater crocs, like where they live, what they look like, and what they like to eat.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dash! Leveled Readers, and imprint of Abdo Zoom 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.98 MURGibbons, 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 GibbonsSummary: Compares children's smiles with the large, tooth-filled mouths of crocodiles.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: BRDCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Board Books, Call number: JE Board Is 2016Arnosky, Jim.
Summary: Join renowned wildlife artist and naturalist Jim Arnosky on a breathtaking safari through crocodile country, deep in the Florida Everglades.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Press 2009
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Summary: Teeth are out. Let the battle begin! Learn how crocodiles and hippos fight through narrative nonfiction, Fun Facts, informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bigfoot Books 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.982 KLEHofer, Charles
Summary: "It's a fight between two fierce armored reptiles! Today's crocodiles are powerful, sneaky hunters. But millions of years ago, the deinosuchus was one of the biggest predators of its time. Learn what makes these similar beasts so dangerous. Then decide which of the fearsome foes would emerge victorious in a beastly brawl"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.98 HOFReed, 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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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 ZIMCarver, Peter.
Summary: Describes the physical characteristics, behaviors and habitats of crocodiles and kangaroos
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 1990
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 591Silverman, 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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Summary: What really goes on inside the body of a reptile? Curious readers will find answers to that and other questions in this fascinating book. Each reptile, including animals such as the chameleon, lizard, and snake, is introduced with a brief summary explaining some basic information, followed by a simple diagram showing the animal's insides. Each diagram includes labels and captions explaining the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Windmill Books, an imprint of Rosen Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.9 WESGibbons, 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: Live Oak Media 2014
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE GIB (Basket)Pope, Kristen
Summary: Through narrative nonfiction text, readers discover how American and Nile crocodiles hunt, where they call home, and how they raise their young.
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World, Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J597.98 POPKatz, 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 KATMeister, Cari
Summary: "A child goes on an adventure to Australia in search of the largest crocodile and learns about the dangers of these wild reptiles"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Amicus Illustrated 2015
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE FIC MEIBodden, Valerie.
Summary: "A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of crocodiles, a family of sharp-toothed reptiles. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why crocodiles have rough skin"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Education 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.98 BODFeldman, 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 FELMattern, 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: "All is quiet on the water. Then, in a flash, there's a sudden lunge and a tremendous splash. And then? Oh dear. There's a lot of twirling and thrashing: a hungry crocodile has found something to eat. But crocodiles also love to nap on warm sandbanks and cool off in calm waters. And they're very gentle with their babies. There's a lot to learn about crocodiles in this captivating look at one of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.98 JENLing, Mary.
Summary: Photographs and text depict the habits, diet, and characteristics of several kinds of crocodiles, alligators, turtles, snakes, and lizards.
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Publisher / Publication Date: A.A. Knopf 1991
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 597.9 LINGreen, Jen.
Summary: Presents an introduction to the physical characteristics and habits of crocodiles.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Grolier 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.982 GREBarr, Brady
Summary: Follow along with National Geographic explorer Brady Barr as he crawls into a muddy hole just barely big enough for his shoulders, and comes face to face with thirteen crocodiles! Laugh out loud as you learn how to catch a crocodile using shoe laces and underpants. Read in anticipation to find out what happens when you put a 600-lb crocodile on an airplane in just a flimsy wooden crate. These...
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: Recorded Books 2014
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1 available in Juvenile book on CD, Call number: J CD 597.98 Barr 2014Hoff, Mary King.
Summary: Discusses crocodiles, their diet, habitat, lifestyle, and history.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Education 2007
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 597.98 Hoff,Gagne, Tammy
Summary: "Informative, engaging text and vivid photos introduce readers to the predatory lives of crocodiles"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2016