Sea Lions in the Parking Lot
Animals on the Move in Time of Pandemic
A JUNIOR LIBRARY GUILD SELECTION
Text by Lenora Todaro
Edited by Maria Russo
Published by Astra Publishing House
RODUCT DETAILS
Hardcover | $18.99
48 Pages | 4-8 years | ISBN 9781662650499
What would happen if all around the world industry slowed down and people stayed inside, away from animals’ habitats?
Here are twelve illustrated, real-life stories of wild creatures around the world romping in empty cities and swimming in quiet seas during the COVID-19 shutdown: kangaroos, flamingos, sea turtles, lions, and more. These lyrical vignettes show us the surprising ways animals adapt and the importance of habitat conservation. Sea Lions in the Parking Lot inspires young readers to think about how ecosystems and wildlife can rebound if the right environmental conditions are achieved.
“In years to come, these will surely be some of the few joyous tales told about the pandemic . . .
This moment in time is gloriously brought to life on the page with brief descriptions and stunning, double-page illustrations of animals — playing, exploring and napping in peace — that will resonate with young readers....[Sea Lions in the Parking Lot] stands as an important reminder that things were different for a while, and guides readers toward deeper environmental thinking, about species and habitats and the interdependence of it all.”
