Readers often highlight the book's ability to tackle themes of bullying and making amends through its charming characters.

“I liked this story because the animals are swimming. My favorite picture shows the fish swimming with the crocodile. I would tell my friends to read it so they could learn how to be nice.” Spaghetti Book Club The Selfish Crocodile: Faustin Charles, Michael Terry

: With its flowing English and repetitive warnings from the crocodile, it is an ideal choice for group storytime or for older siblings to read to younger ones.