One Tiny Turtle

Name: One Tiny Turtle
ISBN: 9780763641931

For children fascinated by the natural world, this book beautifully illustrates the incredible life journey of a sea turtle, fostering wonder and empathy for wildlife.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is captivated by the ocean and asks big questions about where animals come from and how they live. One Tiny Turtle follows the epic, thirty-year life cycle of a loggerhead sea turtle. It begins with her hatching on a moonlit beach, surviving the perilous journey to the sea, and growing up in the vast ocean. The story is told through lyrical, poetic language paired with beautiful, realistic illustrations, making a scientific concept feel like a magical adventure. It gently introduces themes of perseverance, the wonders of instinct, and the circle of life, making it a perfect choice for nurturing a child's curiosity and empathy for the natural world.

Curiosity & Wonder Animals Ocean & Marine Life Resilience & Perseverance Nature & Outdoors Empathy & Kindness Survival & Wilderness Love & Family

What Parents Should Know

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Turtle hatchlings are shown being preyed upon by crabs and gulls. The scenes are not graphic.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals with the theme of survival and the dangers of the natural world. Predators (gulls, crabs) are shown preying on the turtle hatchlings. The approach is biological and matter of fact, not overly emotional or graphic. It is a secular, scientific telling of a life cycle. The resolution is hopeful, focusing on the continuation of the species through the turtle's successful return and nesting.