Synopsis

61/2 stories about 2 surprising friends.

Having a stuffed alligator for a best friend can be surprising.

Sometimes Amanda surprises her alligator with books. Sometimes Alligator surprises Amanda by eating them.

But what happens when Amanda brings home a special--and not entirely welcome--surprise? The result might be unexpected indeed.

Beloved author-illustrator Mo Willems has created a funny and tender portrait of friendship that readers of any age will love.

Author: Mo Willems
Publisher: Balzer & Bray/Harperteen
Published: 04/26/2011
Pages: 72
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 8.10h x 10.70w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9780062004000
Award: Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens - Recommended
Award: Beehive Awards - Nominee
Award: Young Hoosier Book Award - Nominee

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 04/01/2011 pg. 74
Publishers Weekly 03/28/2011
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 05/01/2011
Kirkus Reviews 04/15/2011
School Library Journal 05/01/2011 pg. 92
Horn Book Magazine 07/01/2011 pg. 39
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2011 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style
Publishers Weekly Best Books 11/07/2011 pg. 38