The Watermelon Seed
By Greg Pizzoli
The Story
A crocodile who loves watermelon more than anything accidentally swallows a seed — and spirals into wild, funny visions of vines sprouting from his ears and skin turning pink.
Why It's Special
For the kid who's absolutely certain that swallowed gum will grow a tree in their stomach, this crocodile's meltdown will feel like it was written just for them.
- Big idea: Our worst fears are usually funnier — and less real — than we imagine.
- Vibes: Punchy, playful, and laugh-out-loud dramatic, with bold graphic colors and comic timing on every page.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy silly, exaggerated worries
- like to act out big feelings and facial expressions
- are working on managing everyday fears
- respond well to bold, graphic illustrations and short text
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What did the crocodile think would happen after he swallowed the watermelon seed?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think the crocodile felt when he realized he'd swallowed the seed?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever worried about something that turned out to be not so scary after all?
- Imagination: If vines really did grow out of your ears, what do you think they'd look like?
