Slimy Slick The Nighttime Adventures of a Banana Slug |
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| Illustrator:
| Giannini, Bruce |
| Author:
| Monk, J. D. |
| ISBN: | 979-8-6788-8451-0 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2020 |
| Publisher: | Independently Published
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $12.68 |
Book Description:
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Many people find slugs to be unattractive, but this story turns ugly into amazing! This charming story details the nighttime adventures of Slimy Slick as he glides into danger on his way to devour the tasty treat he has been dreaming about. Along the way, he encounters an earthworm, a shrew, and a boy and his dog. The young boy learns about life in the natural forest and garden as his feelings range from joy to confusion and back again. Cartoon illustrations and...
More Description Many people find slugs to be unattractive, but this story turns ugly into amazing! This charming story details the nighttime adventures of Slimy Slick as he glides into danger on his way to devour the tasty treat he has been dreaming about. Along the way, he encounters an earthworm, a shrew, and a boy and his dog.
The young boy learns about life in the natural forest and garden as his feelings range from joy to confusion and back again. Cartoon illustrations and humor add fun to fascinating facts that appeal to the 6-13 age group and adults alike. When read alongside an adult, magic can happen.
Readers will learn about the clever design of this gastropod and see how Slick uses his natural gifts to protect himself and navigate through life in the wild. The ecological benefits of the banana slug are highlighted through the voice of a scientist. Slug anatomy and function are woven into the story to provide educational value about these amazing creatures.
It's an endearing story that promotes environmental wisdom, and creates tension when our hero's life is threatened. SLIMY SLICK is a story that will be read over and over again and passed on to generations, as it is a timeless tale.