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Sloth Slept On

A tale of imagination and discovery in the garden

Frann Preston-Gannon author

Format:Board book

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:7th Mar '19

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A charming story about children discovering a sloth in their garden. Sloth Slept On explores creativity and curiosity in finding solutions.

In Sloth Slept On, a delightful tale unfolds as a group of children stumble upon a sloth peacefully snoring in their garden. The two older siblings, fueled by their vivid imaginations, conjure up wild and whimsical scenarios about the creature. They envision it as everything from an astronaut to a pirate, and even a mysterious space creature. Their playful banter adds a layer of excitement to the story, showcasing the boundless creativity of childhood.

Meanwhile, the youngest girl in the group takes a different approach. Instead of spinning tales, she dives into research, poring over books and a globe to uncover the truth about the sloth. Her curious nature leads her to discover not only what the creature is but also where it belongs. This contrast between imagination and investigation highlights the different ways children engage with the world around them.

The central dilemma of Sloth Slept On arises when the children realize that the sloth won’t wake up. This raises the question: how can they help their newfound friend return home? The story beautifully weaves together themes of friendship, curiosity, and the importance of understanding the natural world, making it a heartwarming read for children and parents alike.

'a humorous mix of story and facts... the sloth itself, blissfully asleep throughout, is completely endearing'

* Carousel magazine *

‘A delightful story.’

 

* Creative Steps magazine *

‘A cute book with an entertaining twist at the end.’

* Parents in Touch *

‘A funny, clever and inventive way to introduce little children to one of nature’s most unusual creatures ... With vibrant illustrations, full of life, humour and colour, and perfectly capturing the curious youngsters’ spirit of adventure and discovery, this is a sturdy, informative and entertaining addition to any little one’s board book library.’

 

* Lancashire Post *

'A delightful introduction to a very special creature!’

-- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading *

'A neatly paced, cleverly presented, humorous lesson in awareness.’

* Kirkus Reviews *

‘I love the vignettes and background detail which add depth to the story.’

* The Booksell

ISBN: 9781843654254

Dimensions: 178mm x 178mm x 16mm

Weight: 340g

28 pages