Hodder Children’s Books ISBN 9781444908244 £6.99
Cliff is a boy crocodile who finds “a slinky frock, stiletto heels and a string of pearls”. He wants to wear them, but is worried about how his friends and his fierce “motor-biking baddy”dad will react. When the hyenas laugh at him, Cliff pretends he is rehearsing for a play. His friend creates a summer show with Cliff is the star, but what will his dad think of him?
The rhyming story is vibrant, fast paced and energetic and reads well aloud. It deals with cross dressing and stereotypes. Bright, colourful illustrations accompany the text. Highly recommended as a funny story that celebrates inclusion, acceptance and being yourself.
Brenda Marshall
