Description:
Award-winning rhyming picture book about Theodore, a sloth who dreams of racing by climbing trees. This humorous story inspires resilience and a growth mindset. Perfect back-to-school read-aloud for classrooms and homes. Ages 5-9.
Brief description: J.L. McCreedy first discovered her love for writing (and developed an incurable condition of wanderlust) while growing up in Southeast Asia as a third-culture kid. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and a law degree, freelances as a writer and consultant for charitable organizations and, whenever possible, drags her splendid husband on ill-planned adventures. She's the author of the Liberty Frye series and The Orphan of Torundi. She can be visited at JLMcCreedy.com.
Review Quotes:
"Unreservedly recommended ... an original, fun, funny, picture book story." -Children's Bookwatch
"Wonderful portrayal of finding your own path and reaching for the stars." -Literary Titan (Five Star Review)
"With rhymes and humor, Dr. Sam and J.L. McCreedy have crafted an inspirational tale with vital themes of the importance of perseverance and community support." -Reader Views (Five-Star Review)
"A fun rhyming book about perseverance and following your dreams ... . The back of the book has some excellent information and worksheets about sloths. The vocabulary will be included in a spelling test at the end of the week." -The Children's Bookshelf (Review from Second Grade Teacher)
"My children joined me on the review, and they really loved this book .... [E]asy to read and teaches so many wonderful lessons on determination and resilience." -Creative Child Magazine Reviewer (Awarded Theodore 2024 Book of the Year Award)
"A brightly illustrated, accessibly written picture book celebrating belonging and perseverance." The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
"A hilarious, rhyming adventure." -Readers' Favorite
"Delightful book that celebrates uniqueness, resilience, hope, and dreams." -LitPick