A quick game of hide-and-seek. A belly slide down a snow-covered hill. Lively, clever, and curious, otters are best known for their sense of fun. In this fascinating volume, acclaimed author Barbara Juster Esbensen explores the world of the North American river otter, describing its behavior and characteristics in poetic detail. Graced with beautiful illustrations by distinguished wildlife painter Mary Barrett Brown, Playful Slider invites young readers to learn more about one of the most interesting of North American mammals.
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
This is Book 14 in the A Fesler-Lampert Minnesota Heritage Book Series. See all A Fesler-Lampert Minnesota Heritage Book books here.
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Barbara Juster Esbensen (1925-1996) was a popular children's author, storyteller, and nature writer.
Mary Barrett Brown (1938-2000) was a world-renowned wildlife artist.
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