Have You Seen The Crocodile?

What do our readers think of Have You Seen The Crocodile?? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the colourful illustrations, the repeated question and the chance to predict where the crocodile is hiding. They find the surprise ending funny and say the book is especially good for joining in and practising early reading.

What does the Pageticker team say about Have You Seen The Crocodile??

Have You Seen the Crocodile? is a bright, mischievous read-aloud that turns repetition into a very effective joke. Colin West keeps the language simple enough for beginners while the colourful jungle cast and teasing illustrations invite children to join in, make predictions and enjoy the cheeky ending.

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What is Have You Seen The Crocodile? about?

In a lively jungle, a parrot, dragonfly, bumblebee, butterfly, hummingbird, and frog are all searching for the elusive crocodile. Unbeknownst to them, the cunning crocodile is much closer than they realise. This engaging tale uses repetitive text and vibrant illustrations to build anticipation, leading to a surprising and humorous twist that will delight young readers.

About the author

Colin West is a much-loved British author and illustrator, best known for his funny and imaginative books for children. He has written and illustrated many poems and stories, including the popular 'Monty, the Dog who Wears Glasses' series. Colin’s playful rhymes and lively drawings make reading his books a real treat for young readers.

Discussion ideas around Have You Seen The Crocodile?

Spotting clues: What clues might help the animals work out where the crocodile is hiding?

Joining in: Which repeated words or phrases would be most fun to say together, and why?

Being observant: Have you ever missed something that was right in front of you? What happened?

A clever crocodile: What makes the crocodile seem cunning, and how do the other animals help create the surprise?