Outside And Inside Alligators
Outside And Inside Series
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What’s inside...
Describes the external and internal physical characteristics of alligators and how they find their food, mate, and raise their young. The latest installment in a popular picture book series includes simple text and striking photos that show alligators playing, eating, resting, and parenting their young, as well as how their heart, lungs, digestive, and reproductive systems work.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-10
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think it feels like to be an alligator living both outside and inside the water?
Why do you think alligators have such tough skin?
Can you imagine what alligators might do during the day or night?
How do you think the alligator’s body helps it survive in its environment?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the alligator's habitat and behavior.
Compare and contrast the alligator's lifestyle with that of other animals they are familiar with.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene from the book and describe why they chose it.
Use expressive reading to bring the alligator’s world to life, changing your tone to match the mood of the scenes described in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respect for wildlife
Explanation: The book provides detailed insights into the life of alligators, emphasizing their role in the ecosystem.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of respecting and preserving wildlife and their natural habitats.
Example Lesson: Scientific curiosity
Explanation: Through close-up photos and intriguing facts, the book encourages a deep interest in biology and the natural world.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to observe, ask questions, and explore the world around them, fostering a lifelong love for science.
Example Lesson: Understanding ecosystems
Explanation: By examining the alligator’s role, the book teaches children about food chains and the balance of nature.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this knowledge to understand how different creatures interact within their own local environment.
Example Lesson: Importance of conservation
Explanation: The book touches on the threats alligators face and the conservation efforts to protect them.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of environmental conservation efforts and encourages active participation in protecting Earth’s biodiversity.