Ally the accepting alligator teaches her friends about the importance of accepting others. It is written in rhyme and sure to help demonstrate to the young child in your life the message of acceptance.

The Alligator Named Ally is a delightful tale about an alligator named Ally who has just moved to a place called Forest Creek with her family. Ally had heard so many wonderful things about the countless animals she would have to play with in Forest Creek, and she was sure she would be happy in her new neighborhood. But soon after they moved into the forest, she discovers that the other children in Forest Creek are not as friendly as she thought they would be, and Ally is left to play all by herself. Read how Ally finds a way to make new friends with the help of a big red ball.

The adventures begin even before Ally is born. A racoon ravages her mommas egg nest and destroy all of the eggs but one. Ally is hatched from the lone remaining egg. However on her way to the river, she is snatched by a large bird. Then later, while floating in the river she is almost devoured by a monster fish. On both occasions Allys mom rescues her from disaster. Momma constantly watches over Ally during her hatchling year and the pair really bond. The story emphasizes just how important the mother is. Ally loves her momma and always will.

When an adopted alligator realizes she does not look like her parents, she embarks on an adventure to find a sense of belonging. Ally Gator learns that sometimes where you come from isn’t where you belong, and that love is ultimately what defines a family. About the Author Ann Blanchard was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised her whole life in lower St. Bernard Parish, LA. She attended school in St. Bernard Parish until Hurricane Katrina. Blanchard holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Louisiana State University Health and Sciences Center in New Orleans, LA. She is now working on her Doctorate in Nursing Practice. Blanchard enjoys writing, and outdoor activities like fishing and crawfishing.

A heartwarming tale of Ally Gator and her friends in the swamp. Ally finds an egg and tries to locate its family. The egg hatches to reveal a baby duck. When Ally discovers the ducks in the local pond have left for the winter, she names the duck Lucky and raises him herself. The ducks return and Ally reunites Lucky with his family. She is sad to see him go, but happy he is with his family. Lucky tells Ally that she is also family, and they become the happiest family in the swamp. Appropriate for ages 2 - 7.

A heartwarming tale of Ally Gator and her friends in the swamp. Ally finds an egg and tries to locate its family. The egg hatches to reveal a baby duck. When Ally discovers the ducks in the local pond have left for the winter, she names the duck Lucky and raises him herself. The ducks return and Ally reunites Lucky with his family. She is sad to see him go, but happy he is with his family. Lucky tells Ally that she is also family, and they become the happiest family in the swamp. Appropriate for ages 2 - 7.

Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Award winner! “What do you get when you cross a crusty alligator and a perky bird? A surprising friendship you’ll be sure to cheer for. Beak and Ally is a warm, funny winner!” —Terri Libenson, author of the New York Times bestselling Emmie & Friends series A brand-new early reader graphic novel series about finding friendship in unexpected places! This fun and funny buddy comedy is perfect for fans of Narwhal & Jelly, emerging readers, and all kids who love comics. Ally the alligator is perfectly happy being alone . . . until one day a noisy bird named Beak lands on her snout. Beak thinks Ally is lonely and needs a friend. He has all sorts of friendship goals in mind, like riding bikes together, going to the movies together, and even solving mysteries together! But when a Long-Billed Party Pooper crashes Beak’s nest-warming party, Ally decides to show Beak something important to her: sticking up for what’s right.