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Clayton is a crocodile with deep feelings. He is often moved to tears, whether happy or sad tears. But this invites teasing, until a kaleidoscope of butterflies arrives and shows Clayton how very valuable his tears are, and how much he's appreciated.
A sweet story that shows young readers it's okay to be sensitive and emotional.
Clayton is a crocodile with deep feelings. He is often moved to tears, whether happy or sad tears. But this invites teasing, until a kaleidoscope of butterflies arrives and shows Clayton how very valuable his tears are, and how much he's appreciated. DEREK DESIERTO is the creator of Oddbird, praised as "a strong contribution to picture book celebrating diversity and inclusion" by Booklist magazine, as well as Oddbird's Chosen Family. He is also the creator of Matisse: Magician of Color, a picture book biography of Henri Matisse. His books with Eva Chen include the New York Times bestseller Juno Valentine and the Magical Shoes. Derek lives in Vancouver. "A crocodile's big feelings initially alienate the other animals, but they turn out to be his biggest gift....Children who feel things intensely will relate to Clayton's emotional range and the reassuring message that there is nothing wrong with big emotions. The layered, collage-style illustrations provide visual interest and depth. Clayton, in shades of green with sharp white teeth, is a sweet and sympathetic character who demonstrates that we can forge friendships while embracing who we are and changing ourselves for no one....An appealing mash-up of real-life science and lessons in self-love." --Kirkus Reviews
A sweet story that shows young readers it's okay to be sensitive and emotional.
Clayton is a crocodile with deep feelings. He is often moved to tears, whether happy or sad tears. But this invites teasing, until a kaleidoscope of butterflies arrives and shows Clayton how very valuable his tears are, and how much he's appreciated. DEREK DESIERTO is the creator of Oddbird, praised as "a strong contribution to picture book celebrating diversity and inclusion" by Booklist magazine, as well as Oddbird's Chosen Family. He is also the creator of Matisse: Magician of Color, a picture book biography of Henri Matisse. His books with Eva Chen include the New York Times bestseller Juno Valentine and the Magical Shoes. Derek lives in Vancouver. "A crocodile's big feelings initially alienate the other animals, but they turn out to be his biggest gift....Children who feel things intensely will relate to Clayton's emotional range and the reassuring message that there is nothing wrong with big emotions. The layered, collage-style illustrations provide visual interest and depth. Clayton, in shades of green with sharp white teeth, is a sweet and sympathetic character who demonstrates that we can forge friendships while embracing who we are and changing ourselves for no one....An appealing mash-up of real-life science and lessons in self-love." --Kirkus Reviews
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"Mixed-media, cutpaper collage illustrations add texture and visual interest to this story about empathy, acceptance, and looking beyond the surface. .. A worthwhile choice for read-alouds and collections focused on social-emotional learning."
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