He's an alligator . . . he operates an excavator . . . he is EXCA-GATOR!
An adorable picture book perfect for fans of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and Crocodiles Need Kisses Too!
In the deepest jungle swamp,
Where the beasties howl and stomp,
From a little swamp home door,
Comes a mighty gator ROAR!
Exca-Gator is so excited for a new day of building and constructing with all of his buds! He may be even a little too excited, when he overestimates his abilities and causes a big old construction site mess. Can Exca-Gator make things right with his friends and save the day?
Told in rhythmic bouncing rhyme from Brooke Hartman and with gorgeous playful art from prolific picture book illustrator Michael Slack, this book is a can't-miss pick for any young readers who love books about construction vehicles and adorable animals.
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Brooke Hartman is an Alaskan mom who seriously loves to write not-so-serious books for kids. Her writing has garnered multiple awards, including honors from the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, Writer’s Digest, Pacific Northwest Writers Association, and the Alaska Writers Guild. Her debut picture book, Dream Flights on Arctic Nights, received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, while her 2020 release, Lotte’s Magical Paper Puppets: The Woman Behind the First Animated Feature Film was a Poetry and Pose First Edition Book Club selection. Her latest, Klyde the Kraken Wants a Friend, is outfrom Hazy Dell Press. Brooke also serves as an occasional instructor of writing for Alaska Pacific University and member of the board of directors for the Alaska Writers Guild, and was an SCBWI Tribute Fund Scholarship Recipient. When she isn’t writing, you can find her flying, fishing, and having fun with her family, enjoying all the magic life has to offer. Learn more at BrookeAHartman.com, or on social media at @BrookesBooksAK.
Michael Slack is an artist, illustrator, character designer, and award-winning app designer. He has illustrated many funny picture books, including Kitties on Dinosaurs, which he also authored, and the Nugget and Fang books by Tammi Sauer. He lives with his family in the San Francisco Bay area.
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. Slack, Michael (illustrator). A Good Housekeeping 2026 Kids' Book Award Winner! He's an alligator . . . he operates an excavator . . . he is EXCA-GATOR! An adorable picture book perfect for fans of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and Crocodiles Need Kisses Too! In the deepest jungle swamp, Where the beasties howl and stomp, From a little swamp home door, Comes a mighty gator ROAR! Exca-Gator is so excited for a new day of building and constructing with all of his buds! He may be even a little too excited, when he overestimates his abilities and causes a big old construction site mess. Can Exca-Gator make things right with his friends and save the day? Told in rhythmic bouncing rhyme from Brooke Hartman and with gorgeous playful art from prolific picture book illustrator Michael Slack, this book is a can't-miss pick for any young readers who love books about construction vehicles and adorable animals. Seller Inventory # 00110079283
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. Slack, Michael (illustrator). A Good Housekeeping 2026 Kids' Book Award Winner! He's an alligator . . . he operates an excavator . . . he is EXCA-GATOR! An adorable picture book perfect for fans of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and Crocodiles Need Kisses Too! In the deepest jungle swamp, Where the beasties howl and stomp, From a little swamp home door, Comes a mighty gator ROAR! Exca-Gator is so excited for a new day of building and constructing with all of his buds! He may be even a little too excited, when he overestimates his abilities and causes a big old construction site mess. Can Exca-Gator make things right with his friends and save the day? Told in rhythmic bouncing rhyme from Brooke Hartman and with gorgeous playful art from prolific picture book illustrator Michael Slack, this book is a can't-miss pick for any young readers who love books about construction vehicles and adorable animals. Seller Inventory # CIN0593693337G
Seller: Redux Books, Grand Rapids, MI, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Slack, Michael (illustrator). AN EXCELLENT READING OR REFERENCE COPY! Hardcover with dust jacket. Ex-Library with usual markings. Text is clean and unmarked. Dust jacket shows light edge wear, covered with mylar and affixed to covers with tape. Binding is tight, hinges strong.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day! Seller Inventory # 142609300043
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Slack, Michael (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 50247128-n
Seller: Big River Books, Powder Springs, GA, U.S.A.
Condition: very_good. Slack, Michael (illustrator). This is a withdrawn library or rental book. It is stamped or stickered. Seller Inventory # BRV.0593693337.VG
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Slack, Michael (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 9780593693339
Seller: BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, MI, U.S.A.
Hardback or Cased Book. Condition: New. Slack, Michael (illustrator). Exca-Gator! Book. Seller Inventory # BBS-9780593693339
Seller: Rarewaves USA, HEBRON, KY, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: New. Slack, Michael (illustrator). In the deepest jungle swamp,Where the beasties howl and stomp,From a little swamp home door,Comes a mighty gator ROAR!Exca-Gator is so excited for a new day of building and constructing with all of his buds! He may be even a little too excited, when he overestimates his abilities and causes a big old construction site mess. Can Exca-Gator make things right with his friends and save the day?Told in rhythmic bouncing rhyme from Brooke Hartman and with gorgeous playful art from prolific picture book illustrator Michael Slack, this book is a can't-miss pick for any young readers who love books about construction vehicles and adorable animals. Seller Inventory # LU-9780593693339
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: As New. Slack, Michael (illustrator). Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 50247128
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: new. Slack, Michael (illustrator). Hardcover. He's an alligator . . . he operates an excavator . . . he is EXCA-GATOR!An adorable picture book perfect for fans of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and Crocodiles Need Kisses Too!A Good Housekeeping 2026 Kids' Book Award Winner!He's an alligator . . . he operates an excavator . . . he is EXCA-GATOR!An adorable picture book perfect for fans of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and Crocodiles Need Kisses Too!In the deepest jungle swamp,Where the beasties howl and stomp,From a little swamp home door,Comes a mighty gator ROAR!Exca-Gator is so excited for a new day of building and constructing with all of his buds! He may be even a little too excited, when he overestimates his abilities and causes a big old construction site mess. Can Exca-Gator make things right with his friends and save the day?Told in rhythmic bouncing rhyme from Brooke Hartman and with gorgeous playful art from prolific picture book illustrator Michael Slack, this book is a can't-miss pick for any young readers who love books about construction vehicles and adorable animals. He's an alligator . . . he operates an excavator . . . he is EXCA-GATOR!An adorable picture book perfect for fans of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and Crocodiles Need Kisses Too! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780593693339