Alligator Pie is a delightful book of poems that is perfect for children who enjoy funny and silly rhymes. Dennis Lee's use of playful language and rhythm creates a lively and engaging atmosphere that would keep any young reader entertained. One unique and charming feature of this book is how each poem is accompanied by wonderful illustrations that beautifully capture the essence of the poem.

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• CLA Book of the Year for Children Award (1975)
• IODE Jean Throop Award (1974)

“You can almost hear the skipping rope slapping the sidewalk,” wrote Margaret Laurence of Dennis Lee’s timeless poetry collection Alligator Pie. One of the first illustrated books published about Canadian children and featuring Canadian place names, Alligator Pie established Dennis Lee’s reputation as “Canada’s Father Goose” and has sold more than half a million copies since its publication in 1974.This classic edition, featuring Frank Newfeld’s instantly recognizable original illustrations and book design, includes childhood favorites such as “Willoughby Wallaby Woo,” “Wiggle to the Laundromat,” and “Skyscraper.”

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