Alligator: Fascinating Animal Facts for Kids (This Incredible Planet)

Discover the Wild World of the American Alligator!

Step into the wetlands and meet one of North America’s most powerful—and ancient—predators!
This Incredible Planet series title combines bold full-color photography with fun, easy-to-understand science to help kids ages 7–11 explore the amazing life of the American alligator. Readers will learn how these remarkable reptiles hunt, communicate, protect their young, and play a vital role in shaping their wetland homes.

Inside You’ll Learn

• Amazing adaptations – discover the traits that make alligators such effective top predators

• Life in the nest – how tiny hatchlings survive their risky early years

• Gator holes & wetlands – why alligators are “ecosystem engineers” that help countless other species

• Communication & behavior – from bellowing and head-slapping to courtship and caregiving

• Threats & conservation – how hunting and habitat loss nearly wiped them out, and the inspiring story of their recovery

❤️ Why Kids Love It

• Stunning full-color wildlife photography

• Perfect mix of fun facts and real science

• Encourages curiosity, empathy, and environmental awareness

• Great for home learning, classroom libraries, and animal-loving readers

Inspire young explorers with this exciting look at one of Earth’s most legendary survivors.
Part of the bestselling This Incredible Planet series—where learning meets adventure!