Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile by Bernard Waber is an illustrated children’s book published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 1965. This charming story follows Lyle, a crocodile who lives happily with the Primm family in New York City, as he navigates the challenges posed by a cranky neighbor and his anxious cat. The book captures the essence of community and acceptance, showcasing Lyle’s efforts to win over those who are skeptical of his presence.
Readers will find a delightful narrative that explores themes of friendship and social dynamics, as Lyle engages with the neighborhood kids and assists the Primm family with daily tasks. The story highlights the contrast between Lyle’s cheerful disposition and the prejudice he faces from Mr. Grumps, who believes Lyle should be in a zoo. With 48 pages of engaging illustrations, this edition invites young readers to discover how Lyle’s charm and bravery ultimately help him connect with his community.
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Everyone in the neighborhood loves Lyle the crocodile–except for a cranky neighbor and his nervous cat! Can lovable Lyle make everything right with his grumpy neighbors A beloved classic read-aloud–now a major motion picture!
Lyle the crocodile lives in a house on East 88th Street in New York City. Lyle enjoys helping the Primm family with everyday chores, and playing with the neighborhood kids.
He’s the happiest crocodile any home ever had…until one neighbor insists that Lyle belongs in a zoo! Mr. Grumps and his cat, Loretta, don’t like crocodiles, and everything Lyle does to win them over seems to go wrong.
It will take all of Lyle’s charm–and courage–to reveal the hero, and friend, behind the big, crocodile smile.
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