Croque, Le Crocodile
Josephine Croser
Croque, Le Crocodile
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Josephine Croser
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Did you know that Croque the crocodile is not just scary, but also terribly scared himself? The animals by the river have a secret plan to outsmart him, but that’s only the beginning of their wild adventure. What will happen when the biggest bully turns out to be the biggest coward?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This charming fiction story follows Croque, a crocodile who frightens the river animals until they band together to drive him away. With clear text suited for early readers and engaging illustrations, it explores themes of courage and cleverness in a gentle way. Appropriate for ages 5 to 8, it contains mild conflict without any distressing content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780590717083
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 1986-01-01
- Type
- Fiction
- Language
- FR