Theodore, The Sloth Who Wants to Race: A rhyming, humorous story about grit, friendship and defying stereotypes

by J.L. McCreedy, Dr. Sam, J.L. McCreedy (Illustrator)

Overview

Theodore yearns to RACE, to EARN his wins, to prove his WORTH.
The only catch?

Well, he's a sloth, the slowest mammal ON THIS EARTH.

But that can't stop a dream.

With determination, a few good friends and a touch of science, Theo sets out to overcome his obstacles.
Join him on his (two-toed) quest for athletic glory!

Theodore, The Sloth Who Wants to Race is a humorous, read-aloud rhyming picture book for children aged 6-10, featuring a sloth with dreams of becoming a champion sprinter.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780988236974
Publisher:	Penelope Pipp Publishing
Publication date:	08/27/2024
Pages:	40
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.11(d)
Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Dr. Sam practiced Veterinary Medicine for a number of years (he once was asked to treat someone’s “kitty” that turned out to be a lion!) before deciding that he wanted to help people, too.
So he went to medical school and now practices Family Medicine.

He’s worked in all kinds of places, including the USA, Germany, the Kingdom of Tonga, Samoa, China, Indonesia and Italy.

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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.

Editorial Reviews

"A hilarious, rhyming adventure."

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