Lynsey Martin

It is nearly bedtime and brothers Peyton and Bennett race to get into the bathtub. But much to their surprise they find an unexpected guest in the tub – a very green and very scary alligator!  They discover that Alistair is not so scary after all, and in fact is quite a sophisticated alligator. Alistair is fed up with the filthy swamp and has decided to make his home in Peyton and Bennett’s clean tub. Peyton and Bennett try to think of ways to get the alligator out of the bathtub, but nothing works. When they learn that Alistair has lost his family and friends, the brothers decide to search for them. They search the dock, the swamp, and the beach, but they are nowhere to be found. Peyton and Bennett give up and head back home, wondering whether they will ever be able to have a bath again. But, when they arrive home, they find another surprise waiting for them on their doorstep.

 How to Get an Alligator Out of the Bathtub is a fun picture book by author Lynsey Martin. The book follows two brothers who desperately try to get an alligator out of their bathtub, after he takes up residence in their home.  However, there is one big problem, he refuses to leave. The illustrations by Colleen Coggins are funny, bright and engaging, and young children will enjoy seeing the alligator in lots of silly scenarios. Young readers will enjoy the fun story and the amusing twists as the brothers find different ways to get the alligator out of the tub.

Star rating: 5 Stars 

Summary: A fun and imaginative read, perfect for children who love silly stories and a little bit of mischief.