Snail and Slug

PreS-Gr 2—On a beautiful sunny day in the forest, Snail and Slug discuss the need to protect their sensitive skin from the heat of the sun. Slug remarks that Snail is very fortunate to have a house to crawl into. Thoughtfully, Snail kindly invites Slug in for a visit. As they tour Snail's lovely home, the ladies get to know each other a little better. Snail loves to read, while Slug is a terrific cook. They decide to have a picnic; Slug will provide the delicious menu, and Snail will read after they lunch. Their delightful afternoon is disturbed, however, by an enormous banana slug threatening to steal their food and maybe even eat them! With quick thinking and a handy saltshaker, disaster is averted, and the two realize that life would be better together. This book has it all—friendship, kindness, adventure, a villain, and even a little sadness as Snail and Slug mention the loss of their mates. Not only are the bright and cheery watercolor illustrations warm and inviting, they also add heart and feeling to the pleasing text. Life with a friend makes each day a little brighter.