The Lady with the Alligator Purse

Written by Mary Ann Hoberman · Illustrated by Nadine Bernard Westcott

Part of the Sing-Along Stories series

Discover a song with hilarious new lyrics and vibrant illustrations.

4.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,268 ratings

24 pages· NP0L

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into a world where familiar tunes transform with hilarious new lyrics and vibrant illustrations. This picture book invites families to sing, laugh, and play together, making reading a joyful experience for all ages. Will these outrageous rhymes become your new favorite sing-along?

From the publisher

Children’s Poet Laureate Mary Ann Hoberman’s bestselling Sing-Along Stories are perfect for reading together, with over one million copies sold in all formats. You know the song, but you’ve never heard it like this! A familiar melody with uproariously funny new lyrics are presented alongside bright, zany illustrations in this picture book that includes music, stories, and games. These outrageous rhymes will appeal to reluctant readers, eager readers, silly readers, and the whole family together!

At a glance

Format
Pages: 24
Reading age: 0–3
Audience: Board
Lexile: NPL

Themes & topics

Books about alligators and crocodiles

What readers & critics say

Reviews

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4.3

“An adaptation of the school-yard jump rope or clapping song "Miss Lucy Had A Baby," the illustrations are cute, spunky and add a dynamic feel to the book. The text is pretty minimal and standard, but with great rhythm (what else would you expect from a jump rope song?) and it's a quick read.”

Marmee

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