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.
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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.
Eventually Destiny begins to use all of her senses to explore the world around her.
Her poor eyesight, however, makes it hard for her to keep her balance.
The little Sloth soon befriends other orphaned sloths.
Without her mother to protect her or teach her, Destiny is found and taken to a rescue center in Costa Rica.
Destiny must learn to be strong and confident after she loses the use of one of her eyes.
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
