Alligators

From the Series Reptile World

In Alligators, beginning readers will learn how alligators build a nest, lay eggs, and protect their young from predators. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they discover the dramatic world of alligators.

A labeled diagram helps readers identify an alligator’s body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about alligators online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Alligators also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.

Alligators is part of Jump!’s Reptile World series.

Format List Price Library Price Qty
978-1-62031-379-4
$26.99 $18.95
978-1-62496-426-8
$35.00 $26.25
301038B
$31.14 $23.95
Interest Level Kindergarten - Grade 3
Reading Level Kindergarten
Category Beginning Readers, STEM
Subject Animals, STEM
Copyright 2017
Publisher Jump!
Imprint Bullfrog Books
Language English
Number of Pages 24
Publication Date 2016-08-01
BISACS JNF003190, JNF003000, JNF045000
Dewey 597.98
Graphics Full-color photographs
Dimensions 7.75 x 7.75
Lexile 270
Guided Reading Level E
ATOS Reading Level 0.9
Accelerated Reader® Quiz 184390
Accelerated Reader® Points 0.5
Features Glossary of key words, Index, and Table of contents

Reviews

Series Made Simple

Simple sentences detail the typical experiences of an animal’s day. Alligators, for example, shows the reptiles nesting, hunting, basking, and swimming and notes physical characteristics like “long claws.” Text focuses on one or two main activities, without trying to cover every aspect. Basic sentence structure and easy vocabulary provide accessibility to developing readers. Large, vivid images add high appeal and also enhance the intentionally basic text with visual cues. A close-up view of a drop of rattlesnake venom and a lively tortoise fight are just two examples. Some opposing photos of predator and prey are less successful (they are clearly separate images, but the narrative describes the animals interacting). However, for the most part, the strong visual presentation will draw readers right into the animals’ worlds. VERDICT High appeal for new readers of nonfiction.

Author: Vanessa Black