A Crocodile in the Family (Happy Fox Books) A Charming, Heartwarming Children's Picture Book about Blended Families & Adoption, with Messages of Acceptance, Inclusion, and Belonging, for Kids Ages 4-8

A heartwarming picture book about adoption, acceptance, and inclusion!A family of birds stumbles across an egg in the Australian bush and take it home to nurtureThe egg hatches, but it's no bird—it's a baby crocodile!Other families question why the birds keep the crocodile as their own"Because he belongs" is their simple, honest answerA moving story that will capture your heart, A Crocodile in the Family is a charming children's book about a family of birds in sunny Australia who stumble across a lone egg that's been left behind.The birds decide to take the egg home and take good care of it. When the egg eventually hatches, the family is surprised to discover that it isn't a baby bird inside—it's a baby crocodile!The birds raise their new baby crocodile as one of their own, and as their curious community continues to ask questions about why they keep him, the family says the answer is simple. Because he belongs, that's why!A heartfelt children's book for kids ages 4 to 8 that conveys messages about unconditional love, acceptance, and what makes a blended family so special, A Crocodile in the Family instills important and relevant values in young children at an early age.The pages of this sturdy hardcover book for kids are filled with stunning illustrations by award-winning illustrator Daron Parton, whose previous work includes illustrating The Ultimate Survival Guide to Bedtime Monsters and six other children's books. The text is written by author Kitty Black, a children's author with a background in psychology and education.With a story that captures your heart and beautiful illustrations kids love, A Crocodile in the Family is the perfect children's book about the beauty of blended families!"A charming story of a unique, colorful crocodile and his feather family's unflappable support—despite what others may think."—Rick Andreoli, Editor-in-Chief, Parentology"An adorable story that instills the important lesson that families come in all shapes and sizes. No matter what, a family is love!"—Vicki Whiting, founder of Kid Scoop and author of six books for kids including Super Silly Jokes for Kids"A loveable crocodile and a flock of birds create the most beautiful blended family in this touching book! It made my day to read this cheerful story!"—Lenore Skenazy, author of Free-Range Kids and president of Let Grow Read more