The Sloth & His Friends

 

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Book: The Sloth & His Friends 

Author: Michael Zanetti 

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Review:

The first thing that struck me was how visually alive this book feels—even if you’re just reading, the words paint such a vivid picture of the rainforest. The characters are animals we often see in documentaries, but here they talk, feel, and dream. Sal the sloth may be slow, but he’s wise in his own quiet way, and his friendship with other creatures gives the story heart.

You don’t expect a children’s book to dive into something like deforestation, but this one does—and it handles the topic with surprising grace. There’s no scary language or dark imagery, just a sense of urgency wrapped in gentle storytelling. It invites kids to care, not panic.

One of the highlights is how humans are portrayed—not as villains, but as potential helpers. This is an important shift in narrative, especially for young readers who are still forming ideas about the world. The book encourages action and compassion without pointing fingers.

By the end, you’re not just thinking about sloths and parrots—you’re thinking about the whole planet. And that’s what makes this book stand out. It’s fun and emotional, but also thought-provoking in a very subtle way.

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Rating: 5/5