The Clumsy Crocodile

by Felicity Everett

This series combines exciting and witty stories with text written for the beginner reader.

Genres: Childrens, Fiction

64 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

Felicity Everett grew up in Manchester and studied English Literature at Sussex University. She worked in children's publishing in London, whilst raising a family and is the author of more than twenty works of children's fiction and non-fiction. After a short career break, Felicity returned to writing adult fiction.

Reviews

[Asha · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this book because if was funny when Cassy kept smashing everything. At the end she was called "Cassy the hero".

[Brandy · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a cute and engaging story. In order to fully understand it, you have to pay close attention to the pictures. For this reason, this book would not be an ideal read-aloud for a class, but it would be a great book to use at an individual level to practice making predictions and making connections between the text and the illustrations. The book poses questions before you turn each page, so this is a great story to help children practice their reading comprehension skills. I would recommend this book to a 1st-2nd grade reader.

[Leanne Mc]

Cassy the Crocodile leaves a trail of destruction at the Evergrass Department Store where she loves to work. The colourful picturesdepict an exciting and entertaining story. The charming crocodile is a loveable character who puts her clumsiness to good use when danger strikes in the store. She moves from being a hazard to a hero.This comical story is narrated for children growing in ability and confidence. I would recommend this book for children 5 and upwards

[Kevan · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Cassy the clumsy crocodile gets a job at Everglades Department Store, she certainly makes things happen - but not in the way she hopes. Toys, food, china... she leaves a trail of destruction behind her in every department she visits. But in the end, Cassy's cluminess saves the day and turns her into a hero.

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had tried to read this to Carmen early on, but she didn't really get into it until about 2 years old. It's really for much older as a read-it-yourself story where it asks a question every other page that the kid looks in the picture to find the answer, but Carmen enjoys the main character I think.

[Rose]

JF Eve

[Bee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Je réapprends le français. C'etait utile pour moi.

[Deborah Harris]

AR Quiz No. 64718 EN Fiction
Accelerated Reader Quiz Information IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 0.5
Accelerated Reader Quiz Type Information AR Quiz Types: RP

[Varenya B · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed reading the book!

[Jesica Ibarra · Rating 5 out of 5]

A clumsy crocodile name Cassy gets a job, but it doesn’t turn out to go the way she hopes for. As she is on her way to her new job at Everglades, the biggest and best store in town, where you can find things, you can’t find anywhere else. Cassy got very excited about that job. Her day started very well she sold sixty cups and saucers to a very rich old lady in only ten minutes. But when it was time to pack it up, she was a little slow and the lady started to be impatient with Cassy, so Cassy decided to just wrap it with a bow. When she was picking up the box crash all the dishes fell out and broke. So, then Cassy got moved to the toy department but yet another disaster happens, as she bends over to put a ball away her tail swung and made a mess of toys. Then she got moved again to the food hall. But she tripped and the salad flew into the air, and it landed on Ernest Everglade’s head the owner. The owner demanded her to go to his office and he said, “I don’t want a clumsy crocodile in my store”. So, Cassy decides to plead for her job that she decided to pay anything if anything else get broken. At the end Cassy’s clumsiness turned out to be a life saver she saved the jewel from getting stolen. She turned out to be a hero and she was promoted to a new job. She became the Chief Taster and Tester.

My daughter had this book in her room, and I will say I had never read it to her, I wished I did I enjoyed reading a chapter book. It is a chapter book with 6 chapters, yet it has pictures as well. This book in my opinion was well put together.

This book can be used to show our students that perseverance is reach for the start never to give up if you really want it. Students can see that it makes take a while and that we may go through hard problems, but it can be achievable if our mind is set for it.

[Matt · Rating 3 out of 5]

"Cassy the Hero" is a delightful addition to the Usborne Series 2 collection, offering a perfect blend of humor and engaging storytelling. The protagonist, Cassy, brings laughter with her antics as she navigates through the story, leaving a trail of mishaps in her wake. The humor is cleverly woven into the narrative, making it enjoyable for young readers.

What makes this book particularly appealing is its suitability for almost independent readers. With manageable chapters and vivid illustrations, it provides just the right amount of challenge without overwhelming young minds. The humor is enhanced by the illustrations, which capture Cassy's misadventures in a visually captivating manner.

One of the book's strengths lies in its ability to encourage reading comprehension skills. By posing questions before turning each page, it prompts readers to actively engage with the text and illustrations, fostering prediction-making and connections between the two. This interactive element adds depth to the reading experience, making it not only entertaining but also educational.

While it may not be the best choice for a class read-aloud due to its reliance on visuals for full comprehension, "Cassy the Hero" shines as a tool for individual practice. It offers young readers the opportunity to hone their prediction-making skills and strengthen their ability to connect text with illustrations. The story's conclusion, where Cassy earns the title of "Cassy the hero," serves as a satisfying and heartwarming conclusion to her journey.

Overall, "Cassy the Hero" is a charming book that deserves a spot on the bookshelf of any 1st-2nd grade reader. Its blend of humor, engaging storytelling, and educational value make it a standout choice in children's literature.

[Atiyeh]

Clumsy Crocodile by Felicity Everett is a sweet and humorous picture book that tells the story of a well-meaning crocodile who just can’t seem to get things right. From tripping over logs to knocking over his friends, the clumsy crocodile’s mishaps are both funny and endearing.

Everett’s writing is playful and lighthearted, perfect for engaging young children. The story gently explores themes of perseverance, self-acceptance, and the importance of friends who stick by you no matter what.

The illustrations are bright and lively, with expressive characters and vivid jungle scenes that capture the crocodile’s antics and charm. Everett’s colourful artwork complements the text beautifully, adding warmth and humour to the story.

Ideal for children aged 3–7, Clumsy Crocodile is a wonderful read-aloud book that encourages kids to laugh at mistakes, embrace their uniqueness, and value friendship.

[Krisz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finally a good book in the series!!!
I just loved the idea that a crocodile goes to work along the people. And that she was a she. (All books are about boys!) And that she was clumsy. but really. She didn't even realise when she did something good - accidentally.
I think a better suiting job would have been better for her at the end - like testing packages' fragility in the warehouse :)

[Ali · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good book for almost independent readers. Chapters, illustrations, humour. Would recommend usborne series 2.

[Noah Daniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good!

[Stephen Wood · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brilliant book my class really loved, lots of parts you can act as a group and talk about with a good overall message to discuss!

[Aakriti Sahu · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my favourite children’s book everrr

[Taylor Swift · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is a nice and funny book

[Mary Hand · Rating 1 out of 5]

I read this to my little brother over break, and wasn't to crazy about it. I thought the illustrations were stupid and the story line was bland, but it was easy enough for kids to understand.

[م.عائشة · Rating 2 out of 5]

I would recommend this book for children.