Ira's sleepover doesn't turn out as planned.

At Christmastime, Lyle the crocodile helps Mr. Grumps search for his missing cat Loretta.

Ira confronts several emotions when he learns his best friend Reggie is moving away.

Provides examples of many kinds of courage found in everyday life and unusual circumstances.

Although a lion's unusual name causes confusion and misunderstanding at the zoo, she becomes a favorite with the public and with Seymour the zookeeper.

Lyle, the crocodile, becomes an important part of the Primm family who live on East 88th Street.

Lyle, who seems to be loved by everyone for his pleasant personality and gracious manners, is misunderstood by a family in the neighborhood

It's hard enough to adjust to a big move -- even harder when it's to New York City -- and harder still when there's a singing crocodile living in your attic! Josh Primm isn't making friends easily, so he's glad that Lyle is willing, but their menacing neighbor is determined to rid the neighborhood of the reptile.