Selected for 2024 CBC Children's Favorites Gr K-2 Selected for The Children's Book Council's
June 2023 Hot Off The Press Reading List A gentle story about a little snail called Henry who
was born without slime and therefore will never be like everyone else. When Henry finds out he
is missing the most important element for snails-their slime-giving up is not an option for
him. He tries to find ways to be able to climb things just as the other snails do. He struggles
a bit before he finds the right solution but in the end he becomes the inspiration for his
fellow snails and makes a lot of friends along the way teaching us that far from being an
obstacle a difference may prove to be the key that opens new horizons. Using a simple story
and a sympathetic hero the kids learn social-emotional skills and are better prepared to cope
with everyday life situations.
