Pipsqueaks, Slowpokes, and Stinkers - by Melissa Stewart (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Written with a lively, playful voice, this humorous and informative book introduces young readers to a variety of "animal underdogs" and explains how characteristics that might seem like weaknesses are critical for finding food and staying safe in an eat-or-be-eaten world. Full color.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>Underdogs, unite! Celebrated nonfiction author Melissa Stewart offers young readers a funny, informative look at some animal "underdogs" that have amazing means of survival.</b></p><p>Pee-ew! Should the stinky, skunk-like zorilla take a bath? And should the slowpoke Galápagos tortoise get a move on? Everyone knows "cool" animals like elephants and cheetahs, but you should meet these lesser-known creatures that have amazing, creative means of survival!</p><p>Written with a lively, playful voice, <i>Pipsqueaks, Slowpokes, and Stinkers</i> introduces young readers to a variety of animal "underdogs" and explains how characteristics that might seem like weaknesses are critical for finding food and staying safe in an eat-or-be-eaten world.</p><p>Along with her engaging animal facts, noted science writer Melissa Stewart (author of the award-winning <i>A Place for...</i> nonfiction series) weaves in a gentle message of understanding and celebrating differences. Stephanie Laberis's bright, humorous, and scientifically accurate illustrations add to the fun. eBook available.</p><p><b>Awards: </p><p>Eureka! Gold Nonfiction Children's Book Award ―California Reading Association<br>Golden Kite (Nonfiction Honor Book) ―Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators<br>Massachusetts Book Awards (Honor Book) ―Massachusetts Center for the Book<br>Virginia Readers' Choice (Master List) ―Virginia State Reading Association</b></p><p>Also available from Melissa Stewart: <br><i>Beneath the Sun<br>A Place for Bats<br>A Place for Birds<br>A Place for Butterflies<br>A Place for Fish<br>A Place for Frogs<br>A Place for Turtles<br>Under the Snow<br>When Rain Falls</i></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Friendly and approachable, this compendium is sure to create some new favorites in the animal kingdom." ―Kirkus Reviews<br><br>"The point that every animal, no matter how seemingly weak, has 'its own special way of surviving' is effectively made. The narrative also offers discussion-encouraging questions, and the lively painted portraits depict the animals fairly realistically, placing them in simplified natural settings, sometimes with a humorous touch." ―Booklist<br>
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