Happy Friday, Everyone!
The book I have to share today is a little different and very cute and fun. For starters, how can you not love a book that's called A LIttle Book Of Sloth? :)
Written By: Lucy Cooke
Photographed By: Lucy Cooke
Margaret K. McElderry Books, March 2013, Non-Fiction
Suitable For Ages: there is no recommendation from the publisher - the photographs are suitable for all ages, the text has some higher level vocabulary, but I think would be enjoyed by ages 5 and up.
Themes/Topics: nature, animals, sloths
Opening: "It all started with Buttercup. Baby Buttercup turned up on Judy's doorstep as a tiny orphan. She was a few weeks old and desperately needed a new mom. Buttercup's new home provided more slouching opportunities than your average tree branch. So she chose the best seat in the house and decided to stay."
Brief Synopsis: This is a photographic story about a sloth sanctuary in Costa Rica. Wonderful photos of the many sloths-in-residence are accompanied by anecdotes and facts about sloths.
Links To Resources: Aviarios del Caribe sloth sanctuary website, the Sloth Appreciation Society, meet the sloths on video
Why I Like This Book: I don't know about you, but I've never read a book about sloths before. This book is beautiful, fun, and educational. Written by Lucy Cooke, a British filmmaker, zoologist, photographer and founder of the Sloth Appreciation Society, it highlights this lesser-known animal in an irresistible way. Ms. Cooke takes pains to mention at the end of the book that sloths are wild animals, not pets, and that children (and adults :)) can show their appreciation for these sweet creatures by joining the Sloth Appreciation Society. A great choice for the animal lovers in your life :)
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Have a great weekend, everyone! :)
