Download or read book The Fantastic Turtles written by David Stewart and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2016-08-05 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After finding some old submarines on a nearby deserted island, The Fantastic Turtles follow their leader, Sarde, as he heads south. Ending up at the home of their longtime rivals, the Falgans, they begin to exact some long-awaited revenge, with some unexpected results. Laugh and cry as most of The Fantastic Turtles overcome many different obstacles to survive, while some find other ways to cope with the ever-present dose of reality.
Download or read book Turtles Tortoises and Terrapins written by Ronald Isaac Orenstein and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book surveys the myriad of turtle anatomy, habitat, & life cycles throughout the ages. Project director of the International Wildlife Coalition, Orenstein presents a popular book about turtles, the term he uses for almost all marine, aquatic, and terrestrial species of the order Testudines. His own background is in ornithology rather than herpetology, but his work in wildlife conservation has made him aware of the plight of turtles throughout the world, and hopes people will help protect them if they get to know them a little better. He includes many color photographs. Turtles, almost alone among reptiles, have earned both human interest and affection. Our fascination with turtles, though, has not helped them much. Sought after for food, as pets, and for tortoiseshell, their habitats under attack on land and sea, turtle populations are in decline around the world. Understanding turtles is not only interesting, but also important. Turtles, tortoises, and terrapins have been on earth since the Triassic Period, approximately 200 million years ago. Their exact origins are uncertain, though - it is still unclear from which group of reptiles turtles sprang. Although the earliest fossils are clearly turtles, their anatomy has changed dramatically over time. In addition, turtle species vary greatly in such basic characteristics as anatomy and habitat preferences. Turtles, Tortoises and Terrapins surveys the myriad of turtle anatomy, habitat, and life cycles throughout the ages. Human activities on the land and at sea pose the greatest threat that turtles have faced in the last 200 million years. The battle to save turtles goes on, and this book provides an important voice in turtle ecology. Turtles, Tortoises and Terrapins is the perfect resource for anyone interested in all facets of these amazing and diverse reptiles.
Download or read book Famous Fantastic Fabulous Fast Turtle A Children Story Book written by Gary Wittmann and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-11 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Turtle is caught and figures a way to get out of being made into turtle soup. Listen to the rhythm of the story. You can also find the story on itune or amazon mp3.
Download or read book Turtles of the World written by Franck Bonin and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Light Fantastic written by Terry Pratchett and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-10-13 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Humorously entertaining. . . subtly thought-provoking. . . . Pratchett’s Discworld books are filled with humor and with magic, but they're rooted in—of all things—real life and cold, hard reason.”—Chicago Tribune Bumbling wizard Rincewind and hapless tourist Twoflower have survived a host of misadventures . . . only to face annihilation as a red star hurtles towards the Discworld in this gloriously funny second installment in Sir Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series (also the second book in the Wizards collection) It’s just one of those days when nothing seems to go right—and a most inopportune time for the first tourist ever to set foot in Discworld—accompanied by the carnivorous Luggage—to extend his already eventful vacation, even if it’s not quite by choice. A monstrous red star is on a direct collision course with the Discworld and the future appears uncertain at best. Discworld needs a hero to save it from total destruction. Unfortunately, it’s got the bumbling Rincewind, still recovering from the trauma of falling off the edge of the world. The alternative couldn’t be much worse. . . . The Discworld novels can be read in any order, but The Light Fantastic is the second book in the Wizards collection. The other books in the collection include: The Color of Magic Sourcery Eric Interesting Times The Last Continent Unseen Academicals
Download or read book Voyage of the Turtle written by Carl Safina and published by Henry Holt and Company. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of an ancient sea turtle and what its survival says about our future, from the award-winning writer and naturalist Though nature is indifferent to the struggles of her creatures, the human effect on them is often premeditated. The distressing decline of sea turtles in Pacific waters and their surprising recovery in the Atlantic illuminate what can go both wrong and right from our interventions, and teach us the lessons that can be applied to restore health to the world's oceans and its creatures. As Voyage of the Turtle, Carl Safina's compelling natural history adventure makes clear, the fate of the astonishing leatherback turtle, whose ancestry can be traced back 125 million years, is in our hands. Writing with verve and color, Safina describes how he and his colleagues track giant pelagic turtles across the world's oceans and onto remote beaches of every continent. As scientists apply lessons learned in the Atlantic and Caribbean to other endangered seas, Safina follows leatherback migrations, including a thrilling journey from Monterey, California, to nesting grounds on the most remote beaches of Papua, New Guinea. The only surviving species of its genus, family, and suborder, the leatherback is an evolutionary marvel: a "reptile" that behaves like a warm-blooded dinosaur, an ocean animal able to withstand colder water than most fishes and dive deeper than any whale. In his peerless prose, Safina captures the delicate interaction between these gentle giants and the humans who are finally playing a significant role in their survival. "Magnificent . . . A joyful, hopeful book. Safina gives us ample reasons to be enthralled by this astonishing ancient animal—and ample reasons to care." -- The Los Angeles Times
Download or read book Adelita A Sea Turtle s Journey written by Jenny Goebel and published by Albert Whitman & Company. This book was released on 2020-09-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The remarkable true story of the first sea turtle to be tracked across the Pacific Ocean. One moonlit night, a young loggerhead sea turtle crawled into the ocean. As she swam and rode currents, she wandered far from the beach where she'd hatched. How far? Nobody knew for sure. In 1996, this turtle, caught in Mexico, was given a name—Adelita—and a satellite tag was attached to her shell. Then she was set free in the Pacific Ocean. Adelita’s astonishing journey home led to a new understanding of sea turtles and inspired changes that have made the world a better place for them.
Download or read book Turtles and Tortoises of the World written by David Alderton and published by Facts on File. This book was released on 2003 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praise for the previous edition: "An excellent source for research. Highly recommended."—The Book Report While reptiles often receive an ambivalent reaction from the public, turtles and tortoises are surely the exception. People have kept them as pets for centuries and their affection for these creatures with attractively colored shells is reflected in art, literature, and popular culture. Turtles and Tortoises of the World fills a significant gap in available literature on the chelonia turtles, tortoises, and terrapins. Noted naturalist David Alderton presents a comprehensive account of these fascinating creatures, featuring recent chelonian research. The information on lifestyle, habitat, distribution, and human involvement is clear and easy to read. Enhanced by informative maps, as well as many color and black-and-white photographs, this volume emphasizes turtles' and tortoises' diversity of form and adaptability for survival.
Download or read book Fantastic Facts about Turtles written by Miles Merchant and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-06-26 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the Fantastic Facts Book Series! Bestselling children's author Miles Merchant presents "Fantastic Facts About Turtles". This book uses captivating images and expertly written words to teach children about "Turtles". Perfect reading for any occasion and especially ideal for bed times, long journeys or for bonding with your child. Fun Filled Learning for Your Child (and you!) Every one of our books is lovingly researched, illustrated and put together to outstand, awe and inspire the reader. Our beautiful images help explain and enlighten each well-written fact. This book covers a range of exciting topics including: * All turtles have shells * Turtles are slow pokes * Turtles and dogs have something in common * Turtles are as old as the dinosaurs * Turtles rely on their vision to get around * All tortoises are turtles, but not all turtles are tortoises * Turtles don't need a toothbrush * Some turtles have fins, not feet * Sea turtles have an interesting diet * Sea turtles are world travelers * A type of sea turtle is the largest living turtle * Turtles are ectotherms * Giant tortoises still exist today * Turtles make great pets * Turtles have excellent night vision * A turtle's shell is actually two parts * Turtles are stuck in their shells for life * Turtle shells come in a variety of different colors * Turtles lay eggs * Some people think turtles are delicious We loved compiling this book and even learned a few things along the way and hopefully you will too. Get this book at this SPECIAL PRICE exclusive to the Amazon Store. *** Your child will love it - this is guaranteed.***
Download or read book The Turtle With an Afro written by Carlotta Penn and published by . This book was released on 2022-03-07 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this charming picture book, Turtle must overcome stage fright before she can follow her dream of sharing her voice with the world. Turtle has put her own twist on a familiar song and practiced passionately for the school talent show. But on the day of the show, she faces a problem every reader will understand: the fear of messing up her big performance suddenly becomes overwhelming. In the second book in the Turtle With An Afro series, Turtle isn't sure she has what it takes to dazzle the audience. After careful reflection, she gets ready to take the stage with her family cheering her on. The playful illustrations burst with energy on every page, and the lively, rhyming text will have children hanging on to every word. Fans of the first book in the series will be delighted to see Turtle rocking her signature Afro throughout the book, along with numerous other chic hairstyles. Starring the first modern animal character whose experience and likeness represent Black culture, this uniquely inspiring story will be an impactful addition to every bookshelf. Turtle's journey will help readers broaden their own self-confidence, inspiring them to take on new challenges and to lift up their voice and sing.
Download or read book Ocean Commotion written by Mason, Janeen and published by Pelican Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the life cycle of the loggerhead turtle.
Download or read book Saving Sea Turtles written by James R. Spotila and published by . This book was released on 2011-04-18 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In April 2007, eleven leatherback turtles captured the imagination of the public worldwide as they “raced” from Costa Rica toward the Galápagos Islands. Known as the Great Turtle Race, this event tracked these critically endangered sea turtles, drawing attention to their fragile status and generating data on the turtles vital to efforts to study and protect them. But the Great Turtle Race is just one of many tools marine conservationists use to inform people about the status, biology, and lives of the seven sea turtle species. Due to human actions, once-plentiful sea turtle population levels plummeted throughout much of the twentieth century, stabilizing somewhat only after Archie Carr and Jacques Cousteau popularized their plight. With Saving Sea Turtles, award-winning author James R. Spotila picks up where Carr and Cousteau left off, going inside the modern-day conservation movement to tell the tales of today’s sea turtle conservationists. He provides a complete overview of sea turtle biology and life cycles, discusses the human and natural world threats they face, and examines the new methods and technologies humans are using to save them. Throughout, Spotila dots the narrative with stories of real-life heroes who risk life and limb to understand, track, and conserve sea turtles across the globe. Spotila has been at the forefront of sea turtle research and conservation for decades. His inspirational story of dedicated individuals, creative endeavors, and adventure reveals what is being done and what else we must do in order to ensure that these fascinating animals continue swimming in the oceans.
Download or read book Box Turtle at Long Pond written by William T. George and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 1989-09-28 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A day in the life of a box turtle is rendered carefully in words and lifelike illustrations with a text that respects its subject....Superior."--School Library Journal. "Will delight the young viewer. An excellent introduction to pond ecology, and a strikingly beautiful book."--Kirkus Reviews. It is dawn at Long Pond. Box Turtle's red eyes look out from his shelter within a crumbling tree, and his day begins ... In Beaver at Long Pond, the Georges introduced the pond and its resident. In this lyrical, magnificently painted companion book, they insure its place as a favorite spot on every child's itinerary.
Download or read book Sea Turtles of the World written by and published by Voyageur Press (MN). This book was released on 2003 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sea Tu rtles of the World provides an in-depth look at these prehistoric looking reptiles that have lived on earth longer than 210 million years, surviving two waves of mass extinction. Author and photographer Doug Perrine guides the reader through the fascinating life-cycle of the sea turtle, from their harrowing dash from the nest to the ocean as vulnerable hatchlings through the many years spent at sea during maturation, to sexual maturity, reproduction, and migration. Perrine describes the evolution of the sea turtle, its anatomy, events that lead to its endangerment, and attempts to save the sea turtle. Table of Contents: Origin and Anatomy, Mating Behavior and Reproduction, The Lost Decade, Growing Up, The Incredible Journey, Sea Turtles and Humans, Families and Species, Watching Sea Turtles, Appendices, Bibliography, Index. Detailed descriptions of the Green Sea Turtle, Loggerhead Turtle, Hawksbill Turtle, Olive Ridley Turtle, Kemp's Ridley Turtle, Australian Flatback Turtle, and the Leatherback Turtle are included, as is a chapter on watching sea turtles from land and from the water. Annotation. Perrine, a writer and photographer specializing in marine life, offers an in-depth look at the natural history of sea turtles and details efforts to preserve them in this guide for general readers. Those who would like to watch sea turtles in their natural habitat will find information on the best land and water locations for observing them. A wealth of color photos highlights species diversity and the sea turtle's relationships with fish (and divers).
Download or read book The Amazing World of Turtles written by Steven Woyce and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fun-filled book with more than 25 amazing turtle facts!!!
Download or read book Tara the Sea Turtle written by Monica Pierazzi Mitri and published by Caramel. This book was released on 2015-07-16 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Age: From 4 years old This bedtime story about wild animals and marine life is perfect for young children and early readers Through this short story, children will go on a marvelous adventure while discovering the wonders of life beneath the sea. Tara, an adorable sea turtle, feels ready to leave home and face the biggest adventure of her life: going back to the beach where she was born. Like all sea turtles around the world, she has a long journey ahead and will have to face many dangerous situations. Fortunately, she is not alone! She is surrounded by the most cheerful friends ever: some little fish, a dolphin and a sea horse! Thanks to the Amazing Journey series and the adventures of Max, Zaki, Tara and Cindy, four baby animals, children will learn about animal migration while enjoying gorgeous illustrations. Featured books: • Zaki the Zebra • Max the Penguin • Cindy the Stork About Caramel Publishing: Since 1993, Caramel Publishing has specialized in the creation of children’s books. Every year, they create unforgettable stories that are read by millions of children worldwide. Today, their books are more available than ever thanks to the digital era. EXCERPT It’s a wonderful day at the bottom of the sea! “What is that noise?” Tara the sea turtle takes a peek from behind a rock. She has a sleepy face! “Wake up!” the old crab waves his pincers to hurry her up. “You have to get ready for the long journey!"
Download or read book The Fabulous Four Little Turtles written by Dorothy Wilhite and published by . This book was released on 2012-02-01 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Four little turtle friends search for a legendary secret treasure. Their search leads them from their homeland to distant lands in a series of unexpected encounters and challenges along the way. In searching for the treasure, they learn the value of friendship, courage and humor. In the end, the treasure is not what they had expected it to be . . . it s better.
