Washoe County Library System

Describes how sea turtles develop from eggs to hatchlings to adult turtles, and tells why they are endangered and what individuals can do to help protect them.

Discusses the prehistoric ancestors, evolution, modern species, life cycle, and endangered status of sea turtles.

Describes the habitat, physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of the seven species of sea turtles, and discusses their endangered status.

"Describes the characteristics and behavior of pet turtles, also discussing the physical appearance and place in the history of turtles"--Provided by publisher.

Shy Mr. Hoppy devises a plan to win the heart of his true love by teaching her a spell to make her tortoise grow bigger.

Describes the life cycle and characteristics of leatherback sea turtles, including physical and environmental threats to the species.

Nim loves her island home and the animals she shares it with even while her scientist father is away doing research, but trouble is on the way and a new e-mail friend could be the only one who can help.

Describes efforts to protect sea turtles, particularly Kemp's ridley turtles, and help them reproduce and replenish their once-dwindling numbers.

During a hot-air balloon flight, the Thea Sisters discover that the turtles have vanished from Turtle Island! If that wasn't alarming enough, dangerous drums of a strange oil are spotted off the shore of the island-a disaster waiting to happen! The Thea Sisters are surprised that none other than Vissa De Vissen wants to help them save the island and the turtles! All seems lost until Nicky and Paulina spot a couple of turtles entering a mysterious...