Alfie is an adorable alligator who wants one of the cookies his mother has just baked. When he attempts to help himself, his mother tells him to "think of a better way to get a cookie." Alfie tries a number of methods, including dressing up as a "Cooky Inspekter," until, with a little help from Mommy, he finds the right one. Simple, large text, with no more than two sentences on a page, will invite the newest reader. The sweet, expressive illustrations, portraying Alfie as a resourceful yet normal little boy, are just right for the story. Recommended for ages 3-6 . Recommended by Barbara Karp, Librarian
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In this Level 1 Scholastic Reader, Alfie learns that the best way to get a delicious cookie is to say please! Alfie loves his mommy's cookies, and he wants one more than anything! But grabbing for one, fishing for one, and dressing up as a cookie inspector don't seem to work. His mommy says there is a better way. What is it? Beginning readers will learn proper manners with Alfie as his mommy teaches him to say the magic words.---from the publisher
32 pages 978-0439738194 Ages 4-8
Keywords: beginning reader, alligators, manners, fun, cookies, part of a series, 4 year old, 5 year old, 6 year old, 7 year old, social skills, humor, reluctant reader
