Books like Lyle Finds His Mother (Lyle the Crocodile) by Bernard Waber
Lyle the crocodile, accustomed to a peaceful life on East 88th Street, is urged to leave that comfort by his former employer, Hector P. Valenti, a celebrated stage and screen star. Joined by the Primm family, Lyle sets out on a journey to locate his mother, exploring themes of family, identity, and belonging in a whimsical children's adventure.
First publish date: September 26, 1978
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Bernard Waber
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