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1) Tortoises
Author
Language
English
Description
"Meet these amazing shelled reptiles! This book explores the many different kinds of tortoises, where they live, their behaviors, and why they move so slow. A folk talk retells Aesop's story of the tortoise and the hare"--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"In Turtle or Tortoise?, beginning readers will learn to spot the differences between these shelled reptiles. Carefully leveled text relays what the animals look like and how they behave. Each page then asks readers to name which animal is shown in the photo. Answers appear upside down on the bottom of each page, making reading for learning interactive and fun. A See and Compare spread shows and labels each animal side by side, while a Quick Facts...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 22 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Explores the similarities between turtles and tortoises, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like shell shape, habitat, and lifespan can be used to identify these slow-moving reptiles. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
33 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
In this graphic version of the classic fable there is a new contest at the spring festival--a robot battle--and Shelly the Tortoise is determined to build a robot that can defeat that perennial winner and all around jerk, Hunter the Hare--especially after he steals her prototype suit.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
xii, 316 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This fun guide will help you choose the perfect turtle or tortoise for your lifestyle and give it the care it needs to thrive. Turtle and tortoise expert Liz Palika provides clear, step-by-step instructions on how to set up a tank, maintain proper water conditions, and feed and care for your chelonian. With descriptions of over 80 species of turtles and tortoises and information on everything from heat lamps to photoperiods, you'll find all you need...
13) Tortoises
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
46 pages : color illustrations, maps (some color) ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
"A look at tortoises, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their domed shells, behaviors, relationships with humans, and protected status in the world today"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[1994]
Physical Desc
23 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Snakes, turtles, lizards, and alligators. Frogs, toads, and salamanders. This series examines two often misunderstood animal groups. Readers learn about characteristics, habitats, feeding, and reproduction of these fascinating creatures. Supports earth science curriculum. Detailed text is an excellent resource for reports. Colorful, close-up photographs of the animals capture and hold readers' attention while enhancing the texTt.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
"An animal that looks like a turtle munches on some grass. It has scales and a hard shell. But is it a turtle or a tortoise? Turtles and tortoises are similar, but they have some important differences. Find out how their legs, feet, shells, and behaviors can all help you tell these two animal look-alikes apart. Filled with stunning photos and playful text, early learners will be delighted as each page turns"--
17) Giant tortoises
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Giant tortoises can live for more than 100 years! These enormous creatures can also weigh a lot-more than 16 bicycles piled together. Find out all the facts about these peaceful island creatures"--
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 15 x 19 cm
Language
English
Description
Mrs. Tortoise and Birdie are very close friends. One morning, Mrs. Tortoise sees her reflection in the pond and realizes her shell is worn out, and she feels old and sad. Then Birdie comes along with an idea to cheer her up.
Author
Pub. Date
February 2021.
Physical Desc
119 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
Greta lashes out at other kids at school and tries her weary parents' patience, but with the help of a dapper tortoise named NoBody, Greta softens her grumpy ways, eventually teaming up with new friend Gabby to solve the mystery of Friendlytown.
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