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Book Synopsis: Outstanding Science Trade Book Alexa and the other children at her escuela in Costa Rica have a special project: they are raising American Crocodiles. She names her croc Jefe, which means "boss," because he seems to be in charge of all the other babies. Alexa brings him chicken and frogs to eat, and writes about his progress in her diary. Soon, her little hatchling is as big as a loaf of bread. He has grown into a juvenile and it is time for Alexa to say goodbye and for Jefe to return to the wild.
This nonfiction picture book with a cuddle factor includes a 4-page For Creative Minds section in the back of the book and a 20-page cross-curricular Teaching Activity Guide online. After A While Crocodile is vetted by experts and designed to encourage parental engagement. Its extensive back matter helps teachers with time-saving lesson ideas, provides extensions for science, math, and social studies units, and uses inquiry-based learning to help build critical thinking skills in young readers. The Spanish translation supports ELL and dual-language programs. The enhanced ebook reads aloud in both English and Spanish with word highlighting and audio speed control to promote oral language skills, fluency, pronunciation, text engagement, and reading comprehension. Outstanding Science Trade Book
Keywords: basic needs, Central America, character, conservation, Costa Rica, environmental education, food, human interaction, life science, water (river, wetlands)
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Looking for the perfect book to engage your little one in the wonders of nature and wildlife? Look no further than After A While Crocodile: Alexa's Diary! This outstanding nonfiction picture book from the Arbordale Collection is a must-have for budding scientists and animal lovers.
Follow Alexa, a young girl from Costa Rica, as she embarks on a special project - raising American Crocodiles. She names her croc Jefe, which means "boss," because he undoubtedly rules the roost. Alexa lovingly cares for Jefe, documenting his progress in her diary. From feeding him chicken and frogs to watching him grow into a juvenile, Alexa's journey is both heartwarming and educational.
But After A While Crocodile: Alexa's Diary offers so much more than just an entertaining story. With its 4-page For Creative Minds section and 20-page Teaching Activity Guide, parents and teachers alike will find a wealth of educational resources to explore with their children. From critical thinking skills to cross-curricular lesson ideas, this book is a true educational gem.
Moreover, this book is designed to support various learning needs. The Spanish translation, titled Hasta la vista, cocodrilo: El diario de Alexa, is perfect for English Language Learners and dual-language programs. The enhanced ebook version even includes word highlighting and audio features in both English and Spanish, promoting oral language skills, fluency, and reading comprehension.
What are you waiting for? Dive into the amazing world of American crocodiles with Alexa and Jefe by grabbing your very own copy of After A While Crocodile: Alexa's Diary. Visit our website now to get yours today!
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