Good Ship Crocodile [Hardcover]

When the skies of Africa darken with rain and the river swells, a good-natured crocodile named Snout lends his broad back to many stranded animal neighbors. After he ferries soggy fireflies, dripping hedgehogs, and other creatures over dangerous waters, his good deeds are repaid in full when a shift to hot, dry weather leaves him vulnerable instead. Written by Children's Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis and illustrated by acclaimed picture book artist Monique Felix,The Good Ship Crocodileis a charming story of friendship sure to inspire readers of all ages.Prolific author J. Patrick Lewis has been honored as America's Children's Poet Laureate (2011–13) and garnered the 2011 National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Excellence in Children's Poetry Award.

Swiss artist Monique Felix has illustrated more than 40 celebrated children's books, including Creative Editions' popularMouse Bookseries,The Rumor,The Velveteen Rabbit, andTuba Lessons.