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See You Later, Alligator

By Sally Hopgood

Tortoise keeps saying goodbye—but will his journey ever begin?

playful · rhyming · imaginative

Pageticker community rating

Average 4.74, from 19 readers

What do our readers think of See You Later, Alligator? (AI-Generated Summary)

Children enjoy the bright pictures, silly animal characters and easy-to-repeat rhymes. They especially like joining in with the playful goodbyes and hearing the funny phrases again and again.

What does the Pageticker team say about See You Later, Alligator?

We love the playful rhymes and the wonderfully silly way Tortoise turns a simple goodbye into a long procession of imaginative farewells in this enjoyable read-aloud. Well suited to children who like joining in, spotting animals and inventing their own rhymes.

Genres

Animals Humour

What is See You Later, Alligator about?

Tortoise is ready for an adventure, but before he can set off, he must bid farewell to all his animal friends. From 'See you later, Alligator' to 'Toodle-oo, Kangaroo,' his rhyming goodbyes grow increasingly playful and imaginative. As Tortoise's farewells become more elaborate, his friends are left wondering if he'll ever begin his journey.

About the author

Sally Hopgood is a talented author who loves creating fun and heartwarming stories for children. She is well known for her picture book 'See Touch Feel', which helps young readers explore and learn about the world. Sally enjoys making books that encourage children to use their senses and spark their curiosity.

Discussion ideas around See You Later, Alligator

Saying goodbye: What makes Tortoise want to say goodbye to every animal before he leaves, and how do you like to say goodbye to someone?

Funny rhymes: Which farewell sounds the silliest to you, and what new rhyming goodbye could you invent for another animal?

Ready for an adventure: Why do you think Tortoise keeps stopping instead of beginning his journey, and what might help him set off?

Being a good friend: What do Tortoise's farewells show about how he feels about his animal friends?

Taking your time: When is it helpful to slow down and enjoy time with friends, and when might it be better to get on with a plan?

Pages

24 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2015

First published

2015

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