Sea Turtles

Name: Sea Turtles
ISBN: 9780823413737

For the child eager to learn about incredible marine life, this book offers a clear, engaging look at sea turtles, from their characteristics to their life cycle.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their curious child starts asking big questions about the ocean and the amazing creatures that live in it. Gail Gibbons offers a clear and beautifully illustrated guide to the world of sea turtles, covering everything from their anatomy and different species to their incredible life cycle. The book nurtures a sense of wonder about the natural world, showing the long journey a sea turtle takes from a tiny egg to a giant of the sea. Perfect for children aged 4 to 8, it breaks down complex biological concepts into easy to understand pieces, making it an excellent first step into science and marine biology for any young animal lover.

Curiosity & Wonder Ocean & Marine Life Animals Nature & Outdoors

What Parents Should Know

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Mentions natural predators and dangers to sea turtle hatchlings in a factual, non-graphic way.

Sensitive Topics

The book addresses the concept of predators and survival in a direct, factual way. Pages show birds and crabs preying on hatchlings as they race to the water. This is presented as a natural part of the life cycle, not in a scary or gratuitous manner. The approach is secular and scientific. The resolution is the continuation of the species, which is hopeful but also realistic about the low survival rate for individual turtles.