Alli the Alligator Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with Cindy Miller and The Children’s Book Review.
Join us on the virtual tour for Cindy Miller’s Alli the Alligator, a touching story about finding where you belong.
Alli Gator is happiest swimming and playing along the banks of the Rumbly River with her family, but she can’t help wondering what it would be like to go to school like the children she sees nearby. When her dream becomes a reality, her first day at Swamp Elementary doesn’t go quite as she imagined. Surrounded by curious stares and whispers, Alli begins to question where she fits in. But in a moment that calls for courage and heart, she discovers that the very thing that makes her different might also be what helps her shine.
Perfect for parents and educators who want to talk with children about:
- Kindness and empathy
- Bullying and inclusion
- Friendship and forgiveness
- Confidence and courage
- Celebrating differences
Readers who join us on this virtual book tour have the chance to win a hardcover copy of Alli the Alligator by Cindy Miller! Don’t miss your chance to add this heartwarming story about courage, kindness, and belonging to your bookshelf—enter below!
Alli the Alligator
Virtual Tour Dates
| Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Tour Kick-Off for Alli the Alligator |
| Thursday, May 14, 2026 Confessions of a Book Addict Book Spotlight on Alli the Alligator |
| Friday, May 15, 2026 Country Mamas With Kids Book Review of Alli the Alligator |
| Monday, May 18, 2026 Crafty Moms Share Book Review of Alli the Alligator |
| Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Deliciously Savvy Book Review of Alli the Alligator |
| Thursday, May 21, 2026 @books.with.courtney Instagram Post about Alli the Alligator |
| Friday, May 22, 2026 @nissa_the.bookworm Instagram Post about Alli the Alligator |
| Monday, May 25, 2026 @bored_military_wife Instagram Post about Alli the Alligator |
| Tuesday, May 26, 2026 @MaryLanniReads Book Review of Alli the Alligator |
| Thursday, May 28, 2026 icefairy’s Treasure Chest Book Review of Alli the Alligator |
| Tuesday, June 2, 2026 The Starlit Path Instagram Reel about Alli the Alligator |
| Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Q&As with Deborah Kalb Author Interview with Cindy Miller |
| Thursday, June 4, 2026 @meghenslittlelibrary Instagram Post about Alli the Alligator |
| Friday, June 5, 2026 @MysteryLFL Instagram Post about Alli the Alligator |
| Monday, June 8, 2026 Sybrina’s Book Blog Guest Post about Alli the Alligator |
| Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Book Zone Reviews Book Review of Alli the Alligator |
| Thursday, June 11, 2026 Cover Lover Book Review Guest Post about Alli the Alligator |
Alli the Alligator Book Giveaway
About the Book
Alli the Alligator
Written by Cindy Miller
Illustrated by Joan Coleman
Ages: 4-7 | 32 Pages
Publisher: BookLogix (2026) | ISBN-13: 978-1-6653-1069-7
Publisher’s Book Summary: What happens when being different makes you feel like you don’t belong?
Alli Gator loves swimming and playing along the banks of the Rumbly River with her family. When she discovers children nearby, she dreams of going to school just like they do.
But being the only alligator in a classroom full of children isn’t easy. On her first day at Swamp Elementary, the other students stare, whisper, and laugh. Just when Alli begins to lose confidence, an unexpected moment reveals her bravery and kindness and shows everyone that differences can be a gift.
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About the Author
Cindy Miller is a first-time author from Columbus, Georgia. A proud graduate of the University of Georgia, Cindy has always been passionate about the social and emotional well-being of both children and senior adults.
To learn more, visit allithealligatorbook.com.
Thanks for following along with us on Cindy Miller’s Alli the Alligator awareness tour!
11 Comments
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Alli the Alligator will be great for my grandkids!
I can imagine little ones especially enjoying this story about belonging, but some adults, too! 🙂
This book looks cute!
Bullying in school is such a prevalent problem — I hope this book can help awareness.
I’m proud of my Little Free Library!
I’d love to win this book to share with my grandson. Thanks
This sounds like an amazing children’s book. One my grandson would enjoy!
I would love to win this for my youngest granddaughter. She will be reading soon.
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