3.29 AVERAGE


notes: Slodge thinks its the only thing in the world until it learns the world belongs to everyone.

opinions: loved the language, loved the message, loved loved loved!!

Popularity/appeal rating: 3.5

Quality rating: 4.5

In a one-sentence nutshell:
Love Jenni Desmond's illustrations. It seems to be a weird mix between evolution and creation stories - if you're inclined to look that deeply. If not, the slodges are adorable and impart a nice message about sharing. And then they have a ton of slodge babies. Whee!
emotional hopeful lighthearted reflective fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

This is a sweet book about the importance of sharing with others and friendship. It teaches this through a humorous story about a 'slodge' creature learning that they are not the only one in the world. This could also link to current issues about protecting the planet as we all have a duty to look after it. Children will enjoy the fun illustrations and could create their own 'Slodge' stories about learning another important life lesson.