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Croaky: Caverns of the Gemosaurus

By Matty Long

Croaky’s not-so-boring scout trip uncovers a terrifying secret beneath the Crystal Caverns—but what is it?

adventurous humorous thrilling

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We love the blend of fast-paced adventure, visual humour and imaginative fantasy in this lively early chapter book. Croaky’s enthusiasm and the scouts’ teamwork will appeal to children who enjoy funny animal heroes and daring quests. Expect runaway minecarts, carnivorous plants and lava flows...

Genres

Adventure Humour Animals

What is Croaky: Caverns of the Gemosaurus about?

Croaky Hopper, an adventurous young frog, dreams of thrilling escapades like his hero, Tennessee Toad. When his Aunt Lilly enrols him in the Woggle Scouts, Croaky anticipates mundane activities. However, the scouts embark on a daring quest to the Crystal Caverns to find the mythical Gemosaurus. Along the way, they face runaway minecarts, carnivorous plants, and deadly lava flows. Will Croaky and his friends overcome these perilous obstacles and uncover the secrets of the Gemosaurus?

About the author

Matty Long is a talented author and illustrator from the UK, best known for his fun and imaginative ‘Super Happy Magic Forest’ books. He loves creating colourful worlds filled with quirky characters and silly adventures. Matty enjoys making stories that inspire laughter and creativity in children, and he hopes his books spark your imagination too!

Discussion ideas around Croaky: Caverns of the Gemosaurus

What makes an adventurer?: Croaky dreams of being a daring explorer like Tennessee Toad. What qualities do you think a real adventurer needs, and which of these does Croaky show?

Teamwork underground: The Woggle Scouts face dangerous challenges in the Crystal Caverns. How might their different skills and personalities help them work as a team?

Adventure or safety?: Croaky longs for thrilling experiences, while some adventures can be risky. How should someone decide whether an exciting challenge is worth attempting?

Belonging: Croaky joins the Woggle Scouts expecting one thing but discovers something very different. What can joining a group teach someone about friendship and belonging?

Mythical creatures: Why do you think people enjoy searching for creatures such as the Gemosaurus, even when there is no proof that they exist?

Pages

114 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2025

First published

2025

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