turtles

Includes three humorous stories in verse: Yertle the Turtle, Gertrude McFuzz, and The Big Brag.

"The Ninja Turtles want to give Splinter a present for training them, but cannot decide what would be the best present for him"--OCLC.

"As a boy, Henry Friston dreamed of traveling the world. He thought he was signing up for a lifetime of adventure when he joined the Royal Navy. But when World War I begins, it launches the world, and Henry, into turmoil. While facing enemy fire at Gallipoli, Henry discovers the strength he needs to survive in an unexpected source: a tortoise. And so begins the friendship of a lifetime. Based on true events, and with charming illustrations, this story of war, courage, and friendship will win the hearts of readers"--Provided by publisher.

"Michelangelo discovers an amazing creature in the sewer. Is it a friend, an enemy, or a monster?"--Page [4] of cover.

An illustrated discussion of the habitats, physical characteristics, and behaviors of a wide variety of turtles, including matamatas, hawksbill turtles, and stinkpots.

"Hare is the fastest on the farm. Tortoise is as slow as they go. So when they decide to have a race, Hare is certain to win... isn't he? Alison Murray offers an enchanting retelling of a much-loved Aesop's fable with a mischievous twist full of fun and stylish charm"--Dust jacket.

Contains four illustrated stories of the adventures of the cartoon heroes, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Includes three humorous stories in verse, Yertle the Turtle, Gertrude McFuzz, and The Big Brag, followed by commentary and end notes, reproductions of illustrations from other Dr. Seuss books, and two poems, "The Ruckus" and "The Kindly Snather.".

Presents several tales from around the world explaining how the turtle got its shell.

The foolish tortoise is tired of being so slow. He decides that the easiest way for him to move faster is to get out of his heavy shell. The only problem is, once he leaves his home, he s too scared to walk anywhere! This silly tortoise learns the hard way that there s no place like home.