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Little Red and the Crocodile (Fractured Fairytale Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Suzan Johnson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 out of 5 stars 106 ratings
Meet Zara! She’s a smart, friendly, and curious girl who loves to visit her Auntie. This is a FRACTURED version of a famous tale. This retelling of Little Red Riding Hood takes the reader to the Louisiana swamps where we meet a new character in Cory the Crocodile. Will Little Red follow her mother’s rules? Will Cory the Croc succeed? Find out what happens when they meet on a journey.
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 8 years, from customers
  2. Book 1 of 1
    Fractured Fairytale
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  6. Publication date
    November 15, 2019
  7. Page Flip
    Enabled
  8. Word Wise
    Enabled
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Fractured Fairytale Little Red and the Crocodile

A look at a new fractured fairytale: Little Red and the Crocodile.

Meet Zara! She’s a smart, friendly, and curious girl who loves to visit her Auntie. This is a FRACTURED version of a famous tale. This retelling of Little Red Riding Hood takes the reader to the Louisiana swamps where we meet a new character in Cory the Crocodile. Will Little Red follow her mother’s rules? Will Cory the Croc succeed? Find out what happens when they meet on a journey.

Editorial Reviews

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"What would happen if Little Red Riding Hood lived in Louisiana insteadof at the edge of the deep dark woods? What would happen if she met awily crocodile instead of the devious big bad wolf? That's what happensin this relocated fairytale by Suzan Johnson, charmingly illustrated byAyessa C. The author clearly loves fairy and folk tales. Little Red andthe Crocodile: Fractured Fairytale is the first in a planned series ofre-imagined classics. The characters eat Louisiana specialties likepeanut patties and homemade pralines, but Little Red is as heedless ofher mother's advice as ever, and this crocodile is just as sneaky andconniving as the wolf.
Suzan Johnson's version of Little Red Riding Hood has many interestingnew characters. And I likedthat Ranger Randy has a different idea of what to do with the crocodileat the end... " -Reviewed by Lois J Wickstrom for Readers' Favorite

About the Author

Suzan Johnson has been the Media Specialist at an elementary school for over ten years. She is a voracious reader of books of all genres. Growing up, she loved and enjoyed participating in sporting activities such as cheerleading and softball. As a teacher she encourages her students to read a variety of books and participate in sports. Suzan is a member of the Florida Reading Association and The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. She currently lives in the South Florida area.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B081LMC5KJ
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 15, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 13.3 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1947082744
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 106 ratings

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Suzan Johnson has been the Media Specialist at an elementary school for over ten years. She is a voracious reader of books of all genres. Growing up, she loved and enjoyed participating in sporting activities such as cheerleading and softball. As a teacher she encourages her students to read a variety of books and participate in sports. Suzan is a member of the Florida Reading Association and South Florida Writers Association. She currently lives in the South Florida area.

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Customers enjoy this book as a unique fairy-tale adventure with new twists on an old tale, featuring cute illustrations throughout. Moreover, they appreciate its educational value, teaching children about kindness, and find it enjoyable to read with their class. Additionally, the book receives positive feedback for its character development and modern take on the classic story.

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15 customers mention "Story arc"15 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story arc of the book, describing it as a unique fairy-tale adventure with a new twist on an old tale.

"...The art work is beautiful and the spin on the old fairy tale is classic. Thanks you Suzan Johnson for another great book to add to my collection." Read more

"...Thank God for Ranger Randy. A cute tale for kids and the illustrations are adorable." Read more

"...Mixing things up for this fractured fairytale makes it a fun story. Thanks for your love for folklore and Louisiana." Read more

"...It is a new and unique twist on a classic fairytale. Johnson definitely writes well and her stories are geared for children...." Read more

13 customers mention "Visual quality"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the visual elements of the book, with several noting the cute illustrations throughout, and one customer specifically mentioning the beautiful flowers at the market and the swamp scenes.

"...The art work is beautiful and the spin on the old fairy tale is classic. Thanks you Suzan Johnson for another great book to add to my collection." Read more

"...Little Red prances along the way enjoying the sunny day, beautiful flowers at the market, and the fresh Irises Mr. Leon gifts her...." Read more

"...Thank God for Ranger Randy. A cute tale for kids and the illustrations are adorable." Read more

"There is a beauty to folktales that they are rarely told the same way twice. This story takes some liberties...." Read more

12 customers mention "Education value"12 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's educational value, particularly its lessons about kindness, and one customer notes it includes fun facts and illustrations.

"Little Red and the Crocodile has a central message for all to learn from...." Read more

"...There are so many wonderful lessons in this book. Zara or Little Red as she is nicknamed is off to visit her Aunt Moshee in the swamps of Louisiana...." Read more

"...I recommend this book for all little ones and for parents to share with their children for a great learning experience." Read more

"...This is not just a wonderful story, it teaches children about kindness and being a good person...." Read more

7 customers mention "Readability"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable, with several mentioning they enjoy reading it with their class.

"...Thanks you Suzan Johnson for another great book to add to my collection." Read more

"...Congrats, Suzane Johnson, Little Red and the Crocodile is a darling read and gets 5 gold stars." Read more

"...It’s a great classroom read and can be used for comparing and contrasting." Read more

"...I liked parts of the book...." Read more

3 customers mention "Character development"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one customer particularly admiring Little Red's character.

"...Johnson chose to add elements of the Louisiana culture and used relatable characters...." Read more

"I absolutely adored Little Red's character, as she represented courage, intelligence and old fashion wholesomeness!..." Read more

"...I enjoyed the pictures of the swamp and the characters." Read more

3 customers mention "Era"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's era, with one noting it's a modern version of the old classic and another highlighting its old-fashioned wholesomeness.

"...It is a modern version of the old classic...." Read more

"Little Red and the Crocodile is a modern adaptation of Little Red Riding good and the Big Bad Wolf. Very cute story...." Read more

"...'s character, as she represented courage, intelligence and old fashion wholesomeness!..." Read more

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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great classic from Suzan Johnson
    Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2019
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    Little Red and the Crocodile has a central message for all to learn from. I absolutely love that Johnson chose to add elements of the Louisiana culture and used relatable characters. I enjoyed reading this book with my class and with my very own children. It was fun to discuss how it compares to her other books and teach how it compares to others in this genre. The art work is beautiful and the spin on the old fairy tale is classic. Thanks you Suzan Johnson for another great book to add to my collection.
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  • Janet Balletta
    5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Gold Stars for Little Red and the Crocodile
    Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2019
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    Little Red and the Crocodile by Suzane Johnson is a fractured fairy tale sensation! There are so many wonderful lessons in this book. Zara or Little Red as she is nicknamed is off to visit her Aunt Moshee in the swamps of Louisiana. Her mother warns her not to talk to strangers, go straight to her destination, and not to stop and play her friends on the way. She also reminds Little Red to use her manners and say, "please and thank you." Little Red embarks on her adventure to Aunt Moshee’s house feeling confident as she is now old enough to walk alone. Like most children Little Red prances along the way enjoying the sunny day, beautiful flowers at the market, and the fresh Irises Mr. Leon gifts her. Little Red continues toward Aunt Moshee’s house through the swamps imagining all sorts of lions, tigers, and bears in her head. Suddenly she hears a noise in the bushes and a moment later a crocodile steps out and introduces himself as Cory the Crocodile. He coyly puts her at ease with his swamp tales and Little Red tells him she’s going to Aunt Moshee’s house. They pick fruits from the trees and then part separate ways. Cory hurries to Aunt Moshee’s house since it’s almost lunchtime. When Cory reaches her house, he swallows up Aunt Moshee in one big gulp! Inside of Cory, Aunt Moshee hopes that Randy the Ranger comes to her house and rescues her. Soon, Little Red arrives and is met with the same fate as Aunt Moshee. I will let you surmise the exciting ending when Randy the Ranger stops by Aunt Moshee’s house. I love the way the book is illustrated in black and white contrasted by Little Red’s bright red coat. As a teacher and grandmother, I am constantly directing children to follow safety rules and use their manners much like their parents. Congrats, Suzane Johnson, Little Red and the Crocodile is a darling read and gets 5 gold stars.
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  • S. E. Rench Author (formerly Author Shay Mills)
    4.0 out of 5 stars Definitely Little Red
    Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2022
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    A lesson to be learned... "Go straight to your destination, use your manners, do not share personal information with strangers, and never give up."

    The story of Zara, little red, may sound familiar but with a twist. Thank God for Ranger Randy. A cute tale for kids and the illustrations are adorable.
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  • Luke Schroeder
    5.0 out of 5 stars Louisiana's version of Little Red Riding Hood
    Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2021
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    There is a beauty to folktales that they are rarely told the same way twice. This story takes some liberties. It contextualizes the story of Little Red Riding Hood to the swamps of Louisiana. Of course locals there are much more worried about crocodiles than big bad wolves, but Little Red isn't worried enough about them and so we learn the oft repeated lessons of this story. Do what your told, as you are told it, and with no delays. Don't stop and talk to strangers. Mixing things up for this fractured fairytale makes it a fun story. Thanks for your love for folklore and Louisiana.
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Kela Calvin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Lessons For Little Ones!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2023
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    Zara was on a trip to her Aunt Moshee's house. Although her mother told her no short cuts, her curiosity got the best of her. This author did an amazing job detailing what can happen when you don't listen to your parents. I recommend this book for all little ones and for parents to share with their children for a great learning experience.
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  • Amy's Bookshelf Reviews
    5.0 out of 5 stars Twist on a classic!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2019
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    Johnson pens a remarkable story in Little Red and the Crocodile. It is a new and unique twist on a classic fairytale. Johnson definitely writes well and her stories are geared for children. This is not just a wonderful story, it teaches children about kindness and being a good person. The story is one that should be read to children, and even have them read it as well. The graphics lent to the story. Johnson has a way with words. I look forward to reading more by this author. This read is definitely recommended by Amy's Bookshelf Reviews.
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  • Clinton Bell
    4.0 out of 5 stars quick read for youngsters
    Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2022
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    This was a cute take on Little Red Riding Hood full of even cuter illustrations throughout. I felt the pictures of the swamps that Little Red passed by on her journey were a nice touch. As was the activity at the end of the book. I would recommend this for younger readers.
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  • Sareeta
    5.0 out of 5 stars Vibrant illustrations and a story relevant in the modern times
    Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2020
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    This book has some of the best illustrations I have ever seen.

    It is a modern version of the old classic. I don’t want to give away too much of the story, but know that this is a cute story that the little ones would love to read.
    There’s a short list of lessons learned at the end, which tie back to the story pretty nicely. The pictures of the swaps of Louisiana almost make me want to travel there. Loved reading this extremely visually appealing book.
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  • Robbie G
    5.0 out of 5 stars A story to read.
    Reviewed in Australia on December 8, 2020
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    I like this twist on a traditional fairytale, and the lesson at the end is just the right type of icing on the cake.
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