Turtles

Ancient and resilient, turtles have thrived since the time of the dinosaurs. Young readers will explore freshwater turtles, sea turtles, and land-dwelling tortoises--discovering how they breathe air yet thrive underwater, migrate thousands of miles, and use their shells for protection. Packed with scientific facts, vivid photography, and engaging illustrations, this animal guide reveals the incredible variety of turtles worldwide, from tiny hatchlings to giant Galapagos tortoises. A vibrant, kid-friendly introduction to these enduring reptiles. Part of the popular and wild world of Zoobooks, this reinforced library-binding edition includes a table of contents, extra resources, and index.