Hang Out with the World’s Slowest Animal in My Favorite Animal: Sloths Enter the laid-back world of sloths with My Favorite Animal: Sloths by Victoria Marcos, a delightful addition to the My Favorite Animal series that invites young readers to the treetops of Central and South America, home to the world’s slowest mammals. Learn about the two main species of sloths: the two-toed and three-toed sloths. Marvel at their unique adaptations, such as their long arms, very long claws, shaggy fur, and the ability to spend nearly all of their life hanging from tree branches. Discover how these gentle creatures pass their time eating, sleeping, and occasionally swimming with surprising agility. With engaging illustrations and fun facts, My Favorite Animal: Sloths explores the sloth’s diet of leaves, fruit, and shoots, and how their slow metabolism dictates their leisurely lifestyle. Understand how the algae growing on their fur provides camouflage, protecting them from predators. This book is perfect for children curious about the fascinating lives of these serene animals. What’s your favorite thing about sloths? Climb into this book to find out why sloths have captivated people’s hearts around the world.