One summer night, a young child witnesses a huge green sea turtle laying her eggs on a Florida beach. As he watches, he decides to record what happens in a diary. Readers will follow along as the narrator observes baby turtles hatching from the eggs, climbing out of their sandy nest, and then making a treacherous run to the ocean. As the tiny hatchlings begin their new lives at sea, the young diarist researches how turtles grow, the dangers they face, and how female turtles eventually return to the beach where they hatched to lay their own eggs. Colorful photos and clear, age-appropriate text will engage young readers as they explore the life cycle, natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of these endangered animals. The diary format models scientific observation and critical thinking--and encourages children to keep notebooks recording their own investigations into the natural world.

Learn to channel your inner zen and enjoy the simple things in life with this beautiful, inspirational book from the author of Paradise Girls. Long ago, Sandy Gingras read “The Tortoise and the Hare,” a fable that teaches “slow and steady wins the race.” But she didn’t learn the lesson! Instead she lived the race of hurry-up and do-it-all every day. And it was tiring. But now, Gingras presents readers with a different kind of lesson from a different kind of turtle in the charming book Lessons of a Turtle. And it’s a good lesson: Go with the slow! Life is about enjoying what’s around you now and finding your own path. It’s about the beauty of the journey more than the achievement of the finish line. So be like the turtle . . . notice, savor, bask, risk, grow. Put some life back in your life! Gingras helps readers get through life by using charming “turtlisms” that complement her just-as-cute turtle illustrations. She teaches us about life’s little lessons with little treats like, “You can’t move forward until you stick your neck out.” and “The slower you go, the more you see.” The author’s little observations make a big difference on the journey through life. This book makes a lovely and inspiring gift.

""Turtle Life"" delves into the fascinating world of turtles, exploring their remarkable 220-million-year survival story. This comprehensive book examines turtle biology, ecology, and conservation, offering readers a deep dive into the lives of these ancient reptiles. The book's central argument emphasizes turtles' crucial role in Earth's ecosystems and their importance as indicators of environmental health. Structured in three main sections, the book progresses from turtle anatomy and physiology to their diverse habitats and specialized adaptations, and finally to the conservation challenges they face. It highlights intriguing facts, such as the evolution of their iconic shells and their ability to thrive in environments ranging from tropical seas to arid deserts. Drawing on a wide range of scientific research, including field studies and genetic analyses, ""Turtle Life"" presents information in a clear, accessible style suitable for biology students, wildlife enthusiasts, and conservationists alike. What sets this book apart is its holistic approach, examining turtles as a group to reveal broader patterns in evolutionary biology and ecology. By connecting turtle research to climate science, materials science, and cultural anthropology, it offers a unique interdisciplinary perspective that underscores the value of turtle conservation in our changing world.

Featuring in-depth contributions from an international team of experts, the Biology of Turtles provides the first comprehensive review of the Testudinata. The book starts with the premise that the structure of turtles is particularly interesting and best understood within the context of their development, novelty, functional diversity, and e

When the sea turtles stop showing up to lay their eggs, Flora and Fauna, the world's GREATEST explorers, dive in to help! Join Flora and Fauna, the world's GREATEST explorers, as they hang up their ice picks, put down their rucksacks and enjoy a well-deserved holiday. When the sea turtles stop showing up to lay their eggs in the golden sands, however, Flora and Fauna are called into action. They must sail to the reef to investigate, but it looks like an ENORMOUS storm is brewing. ? With flaps and paper effects throughout, who knows what WILD creatures they'll find along the way.

The process of a new life starting is fascinating! Watch a turtle grow from an egg to a shelled reptile. Young readers will learn about the stages in a turtle's life, including what they eat and where they live. The life cycle of a turtle is a terrific thing to see!

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, behavior, and dangers of loggerhead turtles.