Alligators, Alligators

Eve Bunting's book is a playful story about overcoming greed with the power of love, nature, and music. Jim has a special talent to share with the people and creatures of the swamp, but a greedy passenger decides he must have Jim's flute, threatening to ruin the magic of the swamp.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 12 October 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

From the beloved picture book author Eve Bunting, comes a whimsical tale set in a enchanting swamp, where the power of love, nature, and music triumphs over greed. As the sun-kissed river dock teems with eager tourists, awaiting their chance to glimpse the alligators, little do they realize that the alligators are eagerly awaiting them, too, hidden deep within the swamp's murky waters.

Jim, the young son of the tour guide duo, possesses a remarkable talent that captivates both the people and creatures of the swamp. With his enchanting flute-playing, he has the ability to summon animals from far and wide, and even make the alligators dance with joy. His music is so extraordinary that a greedy passenger, enchanted by his melodies, resolves to possess Jim's flute, believing that it holds the key to unlocking even greater riches.

However, as the plot unfolds, it becomes evident that one person's selfishness has the potential to disrupt the delicate balance of the swamp and its enchanting inhabitants. Will the greed of this passenger ultimately ruin the magic of the swamp for everyone?

Weight: 434g
Dimension: 229 x 279 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781328846266