Snip, Snap Alligator!
#1 in Snip Snap! Series
What’s inside...
Reminiscent of 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt', this story is an absolute delight to read aloud, enabling a child to really join in. An alligator is creeping up the stairs, slithering down the hall and swishing and swooshing its tremendous tail and the children are very scared. Until they decide they've had enough of all this scary alligator stuff! And they banish him back to where he came from. Beautifully designed and illustrated, this reissue of the award-winning picture book Snip Snap! is a real treat!
Character compass
Child #1
Alligator
Discussion points
How did you feel when the alligator came into the house? What would you do if you were there?
Why do you think the alligator acted the way it did?
What did the children do to handle the situation? Would you have done something similar or different?
How did the story change your thoughts about alligators or other animals?
What was your favorite part of the book and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive facial expressions and varied tones to mimic the suspense and surprise as the story unfolds, making the reading session more interactive and fun.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings or different reactions from the characters to enhance creative thinking.
Discuss your child’s feelings and thoughts throughout the story to connect the themes of bravery and problem-solving to real-life situations they may encounter.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene from the book. This helps them visually express their understanding and engagement with the story.
Create a fun activity such as crafting an alligator mask or a storyboard. This hands-on approach helps deepen their comprehension and retention of the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Overcoming fears
Explanation: In 'Snip, Snap Alligator!', the children confront an alligator that invades their home, demonstrating courage as they face their fears.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to face their own fears, whether it’s trying new activities, meeting new people, or facing other common childhood fears.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The children in the story use their wits to deal with the alligator, showing resourcefulness and quick thinking.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of thinking through problems and finding solutions, skills they can use at school and in other social settings.
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: The children work together to handle the situation with the alligator, highlighting the value of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn that working with others can help solve problems more effectively, which is applicable in group projects, team sports, and family tasks.
Example Lesson: Understanding boundaries
Explanation: The story illustrates the consequences of the alligator invading the children’s space, teaching the importance of respecting others’ boundaries.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand the importance of personal space and respecting the boundaries set by others, such as classmates and siblings.