turtles

A turtle carved in rock on a bluff over the Hudson River by Indians long ago watches with sadness the changes man brings over the years.

Even though he is very slow and has many distractions on the way, Franklin the turtle manages to get to Bear's house just in time for a special event.

Describes the habitat, structure, reproduction, and habits of sea turtles. Includes a chapter on the dangers they face, and what we can do to protect them.

In this fictionalized account, Sunny Boy, a 100-year-old tortoise, describes various events in his long life including the dangerous barrel ride over Niagara Falls that he takes with his daredevil owner on July 5, 1930.

A lonely turtle makes friends with the moon.

Franklin and his friends love to play games, but one day when he becomes too bossy he learns it is more fun to be a good sport.

"An introduction to Box Turtles and Other Pond and Marsh Turtles, presented in a highly illustrated, question and answer format. Features include fun facts, glossary, resource list, index, and scientific classification list"--Provided by publisher.

Questions and answers provide information about a variety of turtles, including sea turtles, Galapagos tortoises, and alligator snapping turtles.

As more and more of his flowers display the bite marks of a wandering tortoise, Nate sets out to uncover the mystery of the reptile's origins.

Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of North American turtles.