When I Was an Alligator

Follow the antics of a curious Cajun kid who believes she was once an alligator. She mysteriously transforms into a series of wetlands creatures, and delights as each one reveals something of its habits and habitat. With fun language, “page turning” onomatopoeia, and surprising plot twists, When I Was an Alligator is a playful and informative exploration of one of nature’s most valuable assets, our coastal wetlands.When I Was an Alligator is an ideal read-aloud for elementary classrooms and for families who want to nurture imagination, curiosity, and concern for the environment.