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Rhoda the Alligator: (Learn to Read, Diversity for Kids, Multiculturalism & Tolerance) Hardcover – Picture Book, November 24, 2020

by Bob Graham (Author)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 22 ratings
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A Read-Out-Loud Book to Delight and Teach Good Manners (Age 4-8)

#1 New Release in Children's Alligator & Crocodile Books

Level One I Can Read book. Rhoda the Alligator is the debut read-out-loud children’s book by former U.S. Senator (Florida) Bob Graham. The book tells the story of Rhoda, a uniquely colored alligator who is trying to find her place in the wild world of the Florida Everglades National Park. Filled with beautiful illustrations, Rhoda the Alligator teaches pre-school and kindergarten children about the beauty of our differences, good manners, and the hurt that bullying can inflict.

Teach your 4-8 year-old the importance of diversity and the environment. Rhoda is born with a distinct color unlike any other alligator in the Everglades. She is blue and orange, shining with colors. Rhoda’s parents celebrate her brightness. However, when Rhoda meets the other young gators in the Everglades she is bullied because of her appearance. Using powerful lessons from her environment, Rhoda is able to overcome the hurt and hardship, embrace her true colors, and educate and transform her bullies.

Rhoda the Alligator teaches your child the importance of self-love, respect, and friendship. And, this read-out-loud book highlights the beauty of our national parks and what makes them so important.

Rhoda’s experiences help children:

  • Feel confident in their own skin
  • Respect those who are different
  • Cherish our national parks

If you and your child have read books such as Strictly No Elephants, Seeds and Trees, Be Kind, Stick and Stone, May I Please Have a Cookie, Alligators and Crocodiles by Laura Marsh, or Kindness is my Superpower; you will love Bob Graham’s Rhoda the Alligator.

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  1. Reading age
    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    48 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Dimensions
    7.25 x 0.5 x 10.5 inches
  6. Publisher
    Dragonfruit
  7. Publication date
    November 24, 2020
  8. ISBN-10
    1633539547
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1633539549
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Daniel Robert “Bob” Graham is an American politician and author who served as the 38th governor of Florida from 1979 to 1987 and a United States Senator from Florida from 1987 to 2005. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Born in Coral Gables, Florida, Graham won election to the Florida Legislature after graduating from Harvard Law School. After serving in both houses of the Florida Legislature, Graham won the 1978 Florida gubernatorial election, and was re-elected in 1982. In the 1986 Senate elections, Graham defeated incumbent Republican Senator Paula Hawkins. He helped found the Democratic Leadership Council and eventually became Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee. Graham ran for the 2004 Democratic presidential nomination, but dropped out before the first primaries. He declined to seek re-election in 2004 and retired from the Senate. Graham served as co-chair of the National Commission on the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill and Offshore Drilling and as a member of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission and the CIA External Advisory Board. He works at the Bob Graham Center for Public Service at his undergraduate alma mater, the University of Florida. He also served as Chairman of the Commission on the Prevention of WMD proliferation and terrorism. Through the WMD policy center he advocates for the recommendations in the Commission's report, "World at Risk." In 2011, Graham published his first novel, the thriller The Keys to the Kingdom. He has also written three nonfiction books: Workdays: Finding Florida on the Job, Intelligence Matters, and America: The Owner's Manual.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dragonfruit; Illustrated edition (November 24, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1633539547
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1633539549
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.25 x 0.5 x 10.5 inches
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Terry Mahoney
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful graphics for children
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2022
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A thoughtful child's book on kindness, especially toward others who may be different. Artwork is bright and appealing to children. The author, former Governor Bob Graham, is a principled gentleman of integrity who has served his family and nation with integrity. His character, Rhoda, is a baby alligator with the openness and sensitivity of all innocent children. I can imagine Gov. Graham shared this story with his own grandchildren well before publication of this book.
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KKSF
5.0 out of 5 stars A delightful, inspiring book with a great message!
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2021
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This book is a treasure! It is a very simple,yet effective tale that will teach young readers about tolerance and respecting others' differences (so important,now more than ever).
The charming colorful illustrations add to a wonderful book that kids and adults will enjoy!
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Judy M
5.0 out of 5 stars So colorful
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2022
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Lovely book about our diverse world. The artwork is amazing!!
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Erin McColskey
4.0 out of 5 stars Have young kids? Get this book!
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2024
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Great children’s book by an amazing former governor of Florida!
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B. G. Moore
5.0 out of 5 stars Teach about diversity & acceptance
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2021
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I got this book for my 5 year old nephew. It's a wonderful story... not only teaching children about diversity and acceptance and how bullying can be very hurtful, but, being set in the Florida Everglades teaches children about a unique environment.
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SGB
5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute GEM
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2021
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I LOVED Rhoda the Alligator! I read it to my niece- she loved the illustrations and I loved the heartfelt message and beautiful words of Bob Graham. I cannot recommend this book enough!!
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Carol Koogler
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful book for kids
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2021
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Grandkids love this book! The story and illustrations are great.
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Charles Winter
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story line
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2021
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Beautiful iillustrations provide a silent narration to the story.
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