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Exca-Gator, illus. by Michael Slack, is an Amazon Best Book of the Month for Ages 3-5

10 Feb 2026

Congratulations to Michael Slack! His illustrated book, Exca-Gator (Penguin), is an Amazon Best Book of the Month for February, Ages 3-5! See the full list here.

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