Monday, August 2, 2010

Gator on the Loose by Sue Stauffacher

Stauffacher, Sue, Gator on the Loose. Random House Children’s Books, 2010. Pgs. 149. Language: G, Sexual Content: G, Violence: G.

When a gator gets lost in the community swimming pool, the Carters’ Urban Rescue Squad is on the case. When her forgetful grandmother leaves the door open a crack, the alligator escape his new home. With the opening day of a swimming pool at stake and still no home for the gator, the Carters may have met their match. Will the Carters be able to rescue the gator and find it a home?

A short, fun story for animal lovers everywhere. The characters are memorable, the plot is fast-moving, and the illustrations complement the text well. Readers who like animals, rescue stories, and realistic fiction will enjoy reading this book. EL(K-3) / (4-6). ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Kira M, Youth Services Librarian, HUN Public Library.

No comments: