The Selfish Crocodile By Faustin Charles Illustrated By Michael Terry May 2026

“I liked this story because the animals are swimming. My favorite picture shows the fish swimming with the crocodile. I would tell my friends to read it so they could learn how to be nice.” Spaghetti Book Club The Selfish Crocodile: Faustin Charles, Michael Terry

: With its flowing English and repetitive warnings from the crocodile, it is an ideal choice for group storytime or for older siblings to read to younger ones. “I liked this story because the animals are swimming

Readers often highlight the book's ability to tackle themes of bullying and making amends through its charming characters. Readers often highlight the book's ability to tackle

: The book effectively teaches children about the "perils of being selfish" and the "importance of helping others," even those who might seem mean at first. “I liked this story because the animals are swimming

: Michael Terry’s illustrations are exceptionally bright and bold, capturing the African flora and fauna in a rainbow of colors that keep toddlers engaged.