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The Secret Life of the Sloth [hc]
Part of The Secret Life series
Written by Laurence Pringle & Kate Garchinsky
A year in the life of a sloth is revealed in this stunningly illustrated nonfiction picture book, an entry in the popular The Secret Life series.
Meet Perezoso, a brown-throated three-fingered sloth who lives in a rainforest habitat. Young readers will be fascinated as they learn all about her life -- how she searches for food, keeps herself safe from prey, and gives birth to a baby. Gorgeous realistic illustrations these intriguing creatures, and the story is filled with important facts and terms. The back matter at the conclusion of the book provides more in-depth information, a glossary, and further resources. 32 pages
"Touching and informative: a beguiling invitation to share a branch with a pair of laid-back, uniquely adapted tree dwellers." -Kirkus Reviews (Ages 6-9)
April 20, 2021
Lexile Level=640