Der er overhovedet ikke noget i vejen med at være doven – man kan måske ligefrem sige, at dovne mennesker får mere ud af livet. In typical Eric Carle style, this story is told through simple text and colorful pictures. The other rain forest animals want to know why the sloth is so slow and quiet. Finally, sloth tells them. This book will appeal to young children and teach them it’s okay to be themselves. Sparky! by Jenny Offill, Illustrated by Chris Applehans Hygge is described as an ambiance as much as a state of mind based on Danish culture and design. Think chilly winter evening, candles lit, snuggled under a fuzzy blanket, with a good book or magazine, a cup of tea, or wine. Add to that perhaps some tranquil music. Or perhaps it’s a snowstorm raging outside your front door and you are snuggled in with your loved one playing a board game. There are many ways in which to accomplish Hygge!

This is a mindfulness book which is about helping you to slow down and enjoy the little things in life. Sloth immobility is just one of the many misconceptions Cliffe hopes to dispel with her new book, Sloths: Life In The Slow Lane .

Children’s Nonfiction Books About Sloths

Thirty percent of their body weight is just digesting, fermenting leaves," says Cliffe. "So they’ve quite a lot of gas in there as well. They're like big balls of air with arms and legs."

If you’re looking for a good coloring book to relieve your stress then we recommend the Sloth Coloring Book for Adults.

The Best Children’s Books About Sloths: From Fact-Filled to Lesson-Inspired FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 

Brian the sloth is your mentor in this guide to living your slowest life. Whether you’re overworked or just need to chill more, this book will help you relax and enjoy life’s pleasures.

Sadly, their slowness has earned sloths a bum rap for being stupid. ( Watch how sloths slowly navigate the world.) Of course, it caught my eye because of my love for animals. But also because Sloth came up recently in an animal wisdom reading I did for myself, and also a general reading I did for my followers. Sloth really does embody what I believe is one of the key messages for what 2020 has been all about. S-L-O-W down. Disconnect (from social media) more often. Be in the moment. Connect with nature. Hug a tree. Don’t rush. Rest. And repeat, repeat, repeat. The #1 Best Overall book about sloths is Life in the Sloth Lane: Slow Down and Smell the Hibiscus by Lucy Cooke. So what’s a sloth got to do with it? Well as I did my search for books on Hygge in anticipation of winter just around the corner here in Wisconsin, this title popped up in the list of books on this subject.

Inspirational Guides

Author Jennifer McCarney of The Little Book of Sloth Philosophy has a delightful sense of humor also which pairs nicely with a creature who in the past wouldn’t have been viewed as cute and cuddly – though I do think that has definitely been changing. The illustrations in the book of sloth meditating, counting the stars, and hugging a tree – just to name a few – will most definitely make you smile and love Sloth even more. One of my favorite sections is: "slothify your wardrobe," which I think we were all doing during the Covid pandemic, especially those of us that have worked from our home. Choosing to wear softer more comfortable fabrics with a looser fit is the sloth way. This playful little book takes you through daily reflections and meditations for a more peaceful life. This book will not only give you insightful tips on slowing down, it will also make you smile. Just For Fun Sloths: An Adult Coloring Book by Gemma Gonzalez

From tidying and Hygge, to living Lagom, the endless pressure to be happier, live better, sleep soundly, and eat mindfully can be exhausting. But this year’s lifestyle trend finally delivers the perfect antidote – welcome to the year of the sloth.Der er også lavet Den lille bog om alpakaens filosofi, de to bøger kan dog sagtens læses uafhængigt* This book has an inspirational message that encourages children to realise that they all have their own unique talents. Some people say if "you fire a gun next to a sloth's head, it won't even turn around," says Cliffe. We have two sloth enclosures at the Zoo and your experience may take place in either of these depending on which sloths are available on the day.