A Crocodile in the Family

By Kitty Black, Daron Parton (Illustrator)

A bird family adopts a crocodile, challenging norms with love and belonging.

4.3/5 Goodreads · 125 ratings

32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In the Australian bush, a bird family discovers an abandoned egg. When it hatches, they find a baby crocodile instead of a bird. Despite community doubts, they raise him as their own, answering simply, "Because he belongs." This heartwarming tale explores themes of adoption, acceptance, and the beauty of blended families, capturing the essence of unconditional love and inclusion. As the crocodile grows, will the family's bond withstand societal pressures? Discover a story that celebrates diversity and the true meaning of family.

From the publisher

A touching and heartwarming picture book about adoption, acceptance, and inclusion. A Crocodile in the Family is a charming children’s story about a family of birds who stumble across a lone egg in the Australian bush. After taking it home to care for the egg themselves, they discover it’s actually a baby crocodile! The bird family raises the baby crocodile as one of their own, and as their community continues to ask questions about their reason why they keep him, the family says the answer is simple. Because he belongs, that’s why! With a story that captures your heart and stunning illustrations, A Crocodile in the Family is the perfect children’s book about what makes a blended family so beautiful.

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