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Aaron is Cool
Aaron the Alligator chills out in this Step 1 Step into Reading early reader by P. D. Eastman ( Go, Dog. Go! and Are You My Mother? ). Accident-prone Aaron is no match for runaway snowballs and thin ice in this silly, wintry book. Young readers will giggle along as they tackle the simple words and sentences all on their own. Aaron the Alligator also stars in The Cat in the Hat Beginner Book Dictionary and a long out-of-print series called Everything Happens to Aaron , the basis for this book. Look for more of Aaron’s Step into Reading Aaron Is a Good Sport , Aaron Has a Lazy Day , and Aaron Loves Apples and Pumpkins .
Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.
Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.
32 pages, Paperback
First published July 14, 2015
About the author
P.D. Eastman
72 books893 followersPhilip Dey "Phil" Eastman was an American screenwriter, children's author, and illustrator. As an author, he is known primarily as P. D. Eastman. A protégé of Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss), Eastman wrote many books for children, in his own distinct style under the Dr. Seuss brand of Random House, many of which were in the Beginner Books series.
From 1936 to 1941, Eastman worked at the story department of Walt Disney Productions. From 1941 to 1943 he worked at the story department of Warner Bros. Cartoons. From 1945 to 1952 he worked in the story department of United Productions of America. He contributed to the "Private Snafu" World War II training films, wrote for the animation Mr. Magoo, and the Gerald McBoing-Boing series for UPA.
From 1936 to 1941, Eastman worked at the story department of Walt Disney Productions. From 1941 to 1943 he worked at the story department of Warner Bros. Cartoons. From 1945 to 1952 he worked in the story department of United Productions of America. He contributed to the "Private Snafu" World War II training films, wrote for the animation Mr. Magoo, and the Gerald McBoing-Boing series for UPA.
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July 15, 2020
This book is adapted from the original text "Everything happens to Aaron in Winter" 1967. I guess it was repackaged, but P. D. died in 1986 so someone else had to edit this and they don't list an editor. I hate that. I think I'm getting the original and it's some repacked knock-off. Oh well, live and learn.
I don't like making alligators lovable, but Aaron is a cute alligator. It's winter and he is doing all the great winter things like skating, snowmen and holidays. The book ends with New Years so I call it a New Years book. There are presents in this as well so Christmas is covered, but only on one page.
The artwork is all P. D. Eastman and the story is simple for a young reader. It's cute.
I don't like making alligators lovable, but Aaron is a cute alligator. It's winter and he is doing all the great winter things like skating, snowmen and holidays. The book ends with New Years so I call it a New Years book. There are presents in this as well so Christmas is covered, but only on one page.
The artwork is all P. D. Eastman and the story is simple for a young reader. It's cute.
May 28, 2019
This was a cute story, and an easy read, but I felt like something was missing. It felt like an abbreviated version of a larger book (which it very well may be) - it seemed to jump around with no real transitions. So, story-wise, it was just ok for me.
My 4 year old son did seem to enjoy this, though it wasn’t one he would specifically ask for during reading time.
The real benefit of this book, in my eyes, was that it was easy enough that my son was able to read quite a lot of it on his own. So, as an early-reader book, this is a win!
My 4 year old son did seem to enjoy this, though it wasn’t one he would specifically ask for during reading time.
The real benefit of this book, in my eyes, was that it was easy enough that my son was able to read quite a lot of it on his own. So, as an early-reader book, this is a win!
January 29, 2026
Aaron was cool. He was actually cool.
November 22, 2015
From rolling snowballs, to ice skating, to opening presents, Aaron loves winter. Unfortunately, the accident-prone alligator doesn't always come out of his many experiences unscathed. Good thing he takes his mishaps well!
Aaron's laid-back attitude and willingness to keep trying set a good example for young readers, although the fact that he skates on thin ice probably isn't the best example. Many will find his misadventures and obliviousness amusing, especially when paired with the author's tongue-in-cheek voice. The ending wishes readers a happy New Year, making it more time-sensitive, and many of the illustrations have an old-fashioned feel -- perhaps because this is adapted from a title originally published in 1967. Still, it did age well and would be fun for a read-aloud, especially around the holiday season.
Aaron's laid-back attitude and willingness to keep trying set a good example for young readers, although the fact that he skates on thin ice probably isn't the best example. Many will find his misadventures and obliviousness amusing, especially when paired with the author's tongue-in-cheek voice. The ending wishes readers a happy New Year, making it more time-sensitive, and many of the illustrations have an old-fashioned feel -- perhaps because this is adapted from a title originally published in 1967. Still, it did age well and would be fun for a read-aloud, especially around the holiday season.
July 10, 2018
This is Aaron. Aaron is an alligator.
Aaron watches his friends make a big snowball.
The snowball gets away.
Aaron will stop it!
Hooray! Aaron stops the snowball.
He looks like a snowman.
Aaron writes his name on the ice.
He makes a big "A".
He makes a small "a".
"Oops!" What kind of letter is that?
Aaron opens his holiday gifts.
What did he get?
He got new pants from Cousin Lucy.
He got a new shirt from Aunt Mary.
He got a new hat from Uncle Joe.
Nothing fits.
At last! Overalls from Sister Sue fit just right!
Brrr! It's cold outside.
Aaron knows how to stay warm.
Lots of Blankets.
This curtain will make a good blanket.
This rug is just the right size.
Aaron is warm and comfy on a cold winter night.
Aaron is still warm but not very comfy.
It's New Year Eve, Aaron is asleep.
The New Year came and Aaron missed the party.
Happy New Year, Aaron!
Aaron watches his friends make a big snowball.
The snowball gets away.
Aaron will stop it!
Hooray! Aaron stops the snowball.
He looks like a snowman.
Aaron writes his name on the ice.
He makes a big "A".
He makes a small "a".
"Oops!" What kind of letter is that?
Aaron opens his holiday gifts.
What did he get?
He got new pants from Cousin Lucy.
He got a new shirt from Aunt Mary.
He got a new hat from Uncle Joe.
Nothing fits.
At last! Overalls from Sister Sue fit just right!
Brrr! It's cold outside.
Aaron knows how to stay warm.
Lots of Blankets.
This curtain will make a good blanket.
This rug is just the right size.
Aaron is warm and comfy on a cold winter night.
Aaron is still warm but not very comfy.
It's New Year Eve, Aaron is asleep.
The New Year came and Aaron missed the party.
Happy New Year, Aaron!
August 13, 2015
Aaron the alligator, the ageless goofy star of P. D. Eastman's Cat in the House Beginner Book Dictionary, is back with his own series of beginning readers. Includes big type, easy words, repetition and appealing cartoon picture clues. Always present are Aaron's three little friends in red tunics. Definitely a retro feel: Aaron wears old fashioned strap-on ice skates and wears a night cap. But kids will identify with the equal opportunity antics and action.
Aaron literally skates on thin ice, which is not something one wants children to copy, so parents may not be thrilled with the content.
Aaron literally skates on thin ice, which is not something one wants children to copy, so parents may not be thrilled with the content.
April 6, 2016
megan spring reading 2016, children's book, leveled reader, easy reader, level two, series, aaron, alligators, winter, outdoor activities, seasons, first grade
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June 20, 2016
I love this book because it has skating
July 10, 2016
A great Cork O'Conner mystery....Cork is framed for the murder of his friend Jubal.
January 12, 2017
Good for beginner
This was a good read aloud book for our six year old who is learning to read, simple storyline and sentences
This was a good read aloud book for our six year old who is learning to read, simple storyline and sentences
February 18, 2017
2/16/17 Read with Naomi & Julia.
June 23, 2019
Funny!
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December 2, 2019Self read 1/8/19
December 26, 2017
Aaron the alligator is enjoying some cold weather activities like skating. he also is learning to stay warm inside. kids found this funny. preschool and up
September 18, 2018
my beginning reader just discovered Aaron and can't get enough of him!
September 5, 2020
Good story for beginning readers.
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January 20, 2021Aaron was skating on thin ice and he didn't know it.
September 16, 2022
I think Aaron is an alcoholic. He passed out on new years eve before midnight smh
February 10, 2024
The bed went crushing down with so many blankets!
He fell into the ice thing. Aaron was stuck.
There was a big party for the New Year.
His holiday presents were something great.
He fell into the ice thing. Aaron was stuck.
There was a big party for the New Year.
His holiday presents were something great.
May 23, 2024
3.5-4 stars
March 1, 2025
Not very liked by my sisters.
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