Book details
The Three Little Gators
Description
A delightfull retelling of the three little pigs story. Three little gators strike out on their own in an east Texas swamp. Their mother warns them to build strong houses that can protect them from Big-bottomed Boar, who likes to eat tasty, tender gators for his snack. Soon, First Gator builds himself a nice house out of rocks. Second Gator reckons rocks are too much work, so he builds his house with sticks. And Third Gator's house of sand is the easiest one to build! But soon Big-bottomed Boar shows up. With a bump, bump, bump of the fierce boar's rump, he knocks over Third Gator's house of sand. It doesn't take long for that rump to bump Second Gator's house of sticks. But he can't knock over Third Gator's house of stones, so he tries another way in - through the chimney! Guess what happens to the Boar's rump after that?!
Age
4-7
Text complexity
beginner
Length
32 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Twist on a Classic Tale: 'The Three Little Gators' offers a fresh take on the traditional 'Three Little Pigs' story, set in the Texas swamp with alligators as the main characters. This unique perspective keeps the story exciting and new for children who are already familiar with the original tale.
- Vibrant Illustrations: The book features colorful and lively illustrations by Will Terry that capture the essence of the swampy setting and the personalities of the gator characters. These illustrations are not only entertaining but also help to hold the attention of young readers and stimulate their imaginations.
- Moral Lessons: Just like the classic it's based on, this book teaches important lessons about hard work and making smart choices. The three little gators each build homes of different materials, and the outcomes of their choices provide a clear message about the value of effort and planning ahead.
- Language Development: The playful and rhythmic text of 'The Three Little Gators' makes it an excellent choice for language development in young readers. The repetitive structure and rhyming patterns can help children anticipate and predict words, enhancing their reading skills and vocabulary.