FICTION

Crocodile Christmas

by J. D Forester (text) & illus. by Reshu Lakra
Grosset. Oct. 2025. 12p. Board. $7.99. ISBN 9780593888469. Baby-Toddler
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Baby-Toddler–A playful opportunity for parents to spend time with their little ones building early literacy skills. This singable, rhyming board book invites young readers to guess which festive animal is hiding under the costume, encouraging not just reading, but also talking, singing, and imaginative play. ­Caregivers can read it aloud, turn it into a song, chat about the clues, and then maybe break out the dress-up box for some holiday make-believe. Cheerful, expressive illustrations add warmth and wonder, perfectly capturing the magic of the season for tiny hands and bright eyes.
VERDICT Freshen up holiday board book collections with this joyful read-aloud that encourages families to read, sing, talk, write, and play ­together—the best kind of holiday magic.
Reviewed by Cassie Veselovsky , Sep 01, 2025

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