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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1983 · Est. 3 min read-aloud
Cornelius
Written & illustrated by Leo Lionni
A unique crocodile's talents go unnoticed, but change is on the horizon.
3.8/5 Goodreads · 491 ratings
32 pages· 278 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Cornelius is not your typical crocodile. He walks upright and performs tricks that leave his friends unimpressed. But as Cornelius grapples with their indifference, the riverbeach is on the brink of transformation. Will his unique abilities inspire change, or will he remain an outcast? This tale of individuality and unexpected influence invites readers to ponder the power of being different.
From the publisher
Illus. in full color. Unlike other crocodiles, Cornelius walks upright, seesthings, and does tricks no other crocodile can. His friends aren’timpressed–or are they? “Endearingly captures the spirit of the seeker, thethinker, and those who are born to be different. Lionni’s collages arewonderfully rich and colorful, perfectly setting the stage for a tale childrenwill enjoy.”–(starred) “School Library Journal. “
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 278
- Reading age
- 3–7
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 480L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 2.2
- F&P level
- ~M
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 9116
Publication
- Published
- March 22, 1994
- First published
- February 12, 1983
- Publisher
- Dragonfly Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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