Illus. in full color. Unlike other crocodiles, Cornelius walks upright, sees things, and does tricks no other crocodile can. His friends aren’t impressed–or are they? Endearingly captures the spirit of the seeker, the thinker, and those who are born to be different. Lionni’s collages are wonderfully rich and colorful, perfectly setting the stage for a tale children will enjoy. –(starred) School Library Journal.