Descriptions, Reviews, etc.
Description:
"A nonfiction picture book about Claude the albino alligator at the California Academy of Sciences"--
Review Quotes: "But Claude's story, so deftly captured by Smith and Potter, offers more than information about an albino alligator. As a shared read-aloud between adult and child, the book prompts discussions about adaptation, race, acceptance and the environment."--San Francisco Chronicle
★ "The theme of rejection due to difference is an intrinsic part of Claude's story, so readers develop sympathy and empathy as they also learn facts about albinism and animal behavior."--
Kirkus Reviews, Starred
"Ultimately, Claude's hopeful tale is a celebration of individuality and the joy in finding those who appreciate you for exactly who you are."--
Booklist
"an ideal and unreservedly recommended addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library Pets/Wildlife picture book collections for children"--
Midwest Book Review
"In the colorful full-page illustrations, the people who care for and who enjoy Claude are portrayed as providing a cheerful, attentive background presence. They model reactions that would help make this an inspiring addition to First-day school or a Quaker home library
."--Friends Journal
