Alligator
Classification: Reptile
Groups can be encouraged to choose animals of different classes (reptiles, amphibians, mammals, etc.).
E-books and some videos are available free-of-charge for teachers via a one-time subscription at the Epic! website.
Consider using websites like SafeShare.TV and ViewPure to remove ads from websites.
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Websites
American Alligator
Contains a short profile of the American Alligator.
American Alligator
Profile of the American Alligator, with photos, scientific name, habitat, life span, diet, speed, length, weight and more.
American Alligator: Species Profile
Lists the physical characteristics, habitat, and ecosystem of the American Alligator.
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Videos
Alligators (1:48)
Video with footage of and interesting facts about American Alligators.
American Alligator Facts (2:49)
A zoologist handles and discusses American Alligators.
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Portal Texts
Snapsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book)
by Julie Falatko
If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Don't!
by Elise Parsley
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Research Books
Alligators and Crocodiles
by Gail Gibbons
Alligators and Crocodiles
by Laura Marsh
Alligators: Life in the Wild
by Monica Kulling
American Alligators (Animals of North America)
by Tyler Omoth
American Alligators (North American Animals)
by Steve Potts
Waiting Alligators
by William Munoz
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E-books on GetEpic.com
Alligators (Amazing Reptiles)
by Nancy Furstinger
Alligators (Swamp Animals)
by Leo Statts
Alligators and Crocodiles
by Gail Gibbons
Alligators and Crocodiles (National Geographic Readers)
by Laura Marsh
American Alligators (Animals of North America)
by Tyler Omoth
American Alligators (North American Animals)
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Road to Recovery: American Alligator
by Susan H. Gray
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Virtual Field Trips
Okefenokee Swamp Live Exploration
Join NPR as they tour the Okefenokee Swamp and see animals like alligators, raccoons, and bears. (video)
Additional teacher resources are available.
