The Ice Cream Crocodile

by Mariesa Dulak, illustrated by Rebecca Cobb

Pub Date Jul 14 2026 | Archive Date Jul 09 2026

Faber & Faber | Faber & Faber Childrens Books

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Description

A fabulously winning story about a crocodile who will not be sidelined, from the extraordinary team behind There's a Tiger on the Train.

Elvis loves the circus life –

The thrills, the skills, the treats,

The wide-eyed crowds that cheer out loud,

The rows of polished seats.

BUT... Sidney, the ringmaster, only lets fluffy and feathery animals perform on stage. Can Elvis the crocodile show his STAR potential?

Colour and charm pour out of every page of this stunningly illustrated and utterly heartwarming story.

A fabulously winning story about a crocodile who will not be sidelined, from the extraordinary team behind There's a Tiger on the Train.

Elvis loves the circus life –

The thrills, the skills, the...

“Exhilarating illustrations and a heartwarming last line.” —The Times

“Pointedly satirical and highly enjoyable, illustrated by the wonderful Rebecca Cobb.” —New Statesman

“Exhilarating illustrations and a heartwarming last line.” —The Times

“Pointedly satirical and highly enjoyable, illustrated by the wonderful Rebecca Cobb.” —New Statesman

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