Pipsqueaks, Slowpokes, and Stinkers: Celebrating Animal Underdogs (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781561459360)

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.

Author: Melissa Stewart
ISBN-10: 1561459364
ISBN-13: 9781561459360
Publisher: Peachtree Publishers
Language: English
Published: 09/04/2018
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.40h x 10.60w x 0.40d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.4
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 502367 / Pipsqueaks, Slowpokes, and Stinkers: Celebrating Animal Underdogs

Award: Golden Kite - Honor Book

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 06/01/2018 pg. 66
Foreword 06/26/2018
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2018
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2019 - Recommended, Satisfactory