Explore the Costa Rican rainforest with Destiny, a rescued orphan baby
sloth who must learn to return to the wild, in this heartwarming true
story from Newbery Honor winner Margarita Engle.
Destiny must learn to be strong and confident after she loses the use of
one of her eyes. Without her mother to protect her or teach her, Destiny
is found and taken to a rescue center in Costa Rica. The little sloth
soon befriends other orphaned sloths. Her poor eyesight, however, makes
it hard for her to keep her balance. Eventually Destiny begins to use
all of her senses to explore the world around her. But can she learn to
climb? Can she master the other skills she needs to survive on her own?
And will Destiny be brave enough to return to her wild, forest home?
**Join award-winning author Margarita Engle and photographer Sam Trull
as they introduce you to the world of sloths in this inspiring story
about overcoming obstacles and believing in yourself.
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For more true animal stories of rescue, friendship, and facing
challenges, check out these National Geographic Kids picture books:
- Little Larry Goes to School
- A Leap for Legadema
- Natumi Takes the Lead
- A Friend for Lakota
- Jimmy the Joey