Huggins, Peter: Trosclair and the Alligator.Huggins, Peter TROSCLAIR AND THE ALLIGATOR alligator, large aquatic reptile of the genus Alligator, in the same order as the crocodile. There are two species—a large type found in the S United States and a small type found in E China. Alligators differ from crocodiles in several ways. . Il. by Lindsey Gardiner. ISBN-1-932065-98-9. New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of : Star Bright Books, 2006. 32 pp. $15.95. Trosclair is a young boy who lives in the Louisiana Bayou with his family and dog Ollie Ollie may refer to the following:
n. 1. Used after a man's surname to distinguish a father from a son: Dumas père primarily wrote novels, while dramas occupied Dumas fils. 2. , warns him not to go there because of Gargantua Gargantua royal giant who required 17,913 cows for personal milk supply. [Fr. Lit.: Gargantua and Pantagruel] See : Giantism Gargantua enormous eater who ate salad lettuces as big as walnut trees. [Fr. Lit. , a huge and ferocious alligator who has moved to the swamp. However, Trosclair's need for adventure is stronger than his fear, and he and Ollie set out for Bee Island Swamp in search of delicious honey and turtle eggs. Unfortunately, Gargantua also has discovered where the best turtle eggs are found, and meets up with Trosclair and Ollie. Heis determined to have a feast on Ollie, and Trosclair must quickly figure out a way to save his best friend. The story of how Trosclair outsmarts the alligator and banishes the menace from the swamp forever is told with vibrant language that reflects an authentic Louisiana dialect. This humorous tale is supported by brilliant illustrations that depict both wildlife and habitat native to that area. Trosclair and the Alligator will delight readers and listeners of all ages. Ages 4-8. Reviewed by Tara Pangonis, Special Education Teacher, Apollo-Ridge School District, Apollo, PA |
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