Age Group: 3 - 6 Years, 6 - 9 Years

Description:

Turtles are some of the most remarkable creatures on Earth. They have been swimming, plodding, and shell-shuffling their way across our planet for more than 200 million years, far longer than almost any other animal still alive today. In this engaging non-fiction picture book, prize-winning science writer Melvin Berger introduces young readers to the wonderful world of these ancient survivors. Discover how a turtle's clever, patterned shell hides and protects it, how different kinds live in deserts, rivers, ponds, and oceans, and how they range from tiny pond turtles to enormous sea giants. But the book also gently asks an important question: pollution, hunting, and shrinking habitats are putting turtles in danger, so what can we do to keep them safe? Beautifully illustrated by Megan Lloyd, this is a gentle, accessible introduction to science and conservation for young animal lovers.