  | Full Text Reviews: Booklist - 10/01/2018 Rory considers joining one of the organizations at his new school, but then decides to create his own: the Reptile Club. No students show up for the first meeting, but a crocodile, an anaconda, and a gecko are eager to join. While the four club members are discussing their favorite reptiles and sharing interesting factoids (“I adore Rocky Rodent ice cream”), Rory’s classmates spot his companions and clamor to join the club. Soon they’re all enjoying nature hikes and playing “Hide and Shriek” together. Although, when colder weather comes, the three reptiles must depart to hibernate or migrate, the club continues. Ellis’ digital illustrations are bright, zany, and inviting, while Fergus’ well-paced story includes a good deal of droll humor that kids will enjoy, from the reptiles’ amazing facts and personal anecdotes to their initial reluctance to let mammals join the club. That awkward moment turns into a teachable one when Rory points out that he is a mammal and that prejudice against those with hair and body-temperature regulation is unkind. An appealing picture book especially for reptile fans. - Copyright 2018 Booklist. Loading...
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