turtles as pets

When a boy finds a turtle basking in the sun at the park he thinks he has found the perfect pet, but the turtle only seems happy at bath time. Includes facts about turtles.

Shows children how to choose and take care of their pet reptiles.

Discusses the natural history, selection, care, and breeding of the terrestrial turtles commonly known as tortoises.

Discusses the physical characteristics, behavior, health, and breeding of box turtles and provides information on keeping them as pets.

Describes the characteristics, habits, habitat, and history of the turtle and how to raise it as a pet.

Provides information about how to feed, house, handle, and care for turtles as pets.

Information on choosing a turtle for a pet with instructions for caring for and feeding it.