Pipsqueaks, Slowpokes, and Stinkers: Celebrating Animal Underdogs

By Melissa Stewart

Book Overview

Underdogs, unite Celebrated nonfiction author Melissa Stewart offers young readers a funny, informative look at some animal "underdogs" that have amazing means of survival.

Pee-ew Should the stinky, skunklike 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

Written with a lively, playful voice, this 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.

Along with her engaging animal facts, Stewart weaves in a gentle message of understanding and celebrating differences. Stephanie Laberis's bright, humorous, and scientifically accurate illustrations add to the fun.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1561459364
• ISBN13: 9781561459360
• Release Date: September 2018
• Publisher: Peachtree Publishers
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 10.6" x 9.4"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3