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London, Jonathan

Otters Love to Play

32 pp. | Candlewick | March, 2016 | Trade ISBN 978-0-7636-6913-3 $16.99

(2) K-3 Illustrated by Meilo So. A clutch of river otter pups grows and develops through the four seasons of its North American habitat. The main narrative, in a larger font, tells the story of this otter family, while a second, smaller text periodically provides additional factual information about otter development. Lively illustrations capture the kinetic movements of otters; their slinky, flexible bodies; and irresistible cuteness. Ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford | Horn Book Magazine Issue: March, 2016