Henry Carter Hull

This book describes tortoises and turtles, including their life cycle, where they live, what they eat, and the dangers they face.

Both turtles and tortoises have shells and move pretty, slowly. So what makes them different? Where to terrapins fit in? There's much more, going on with these amazing creatures than just carapaces and plastrons. From their family ties and foot size to their habitats, these animals look, live, and even eat differently. Some of these awesome animals can live for centuries. Readers will discover, which of these reptiles can survive hundreds of years...

In Turtles & Tortoises beginning hobbyists of all ages will find amazing facts and useful information about turtles and tortoises from around the world. Author Russ Case, a noted author and reptile and amphibian specialist, recommends the top twelve turtles and tortoises that are best for first-time keepers, not counting, of course, the familiar box turtle. From the smaller examples, like the mud turtle that grows only 5 inches, to the Galapagos giant...

This title introduces readers to reptiles that make wonderful pets! Included are snakes, dragons, monitors, iguanas, geckos, anoles, chameleons, skinks, turtles, and tortoises. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Turtles in Captivity by Russ Gurley The keeping of freshwater turtles continues to be one of the fastest growing and most energized branches of herpetoculture. In Turtles in Captivity, Russ Gurley, Director of the Turtle and Tortoise Preservation Group presents information and ideas that can help keepers enhance their work and help them provide more interesting and appropriate environments for their turtles. This book contains captive care tips, indoor...

Explore the fascinating world of reptiles with the Junior Scientists series for kids ages 6 to 9 Big and small. Cute and dangerous. Covered in spikes, scales, and bony plates! Reptiles for Kids is filled with fun facts and amazing photos of slithering snakes and lizards, tough turtles and tortoises, creepy crocodiles and alligators, and some awesome amphibians. These ancient animals come in all sizes, shapes, and colors, from the weird to the wonderful...

Does slow and steady truly win the race? Discover how you can BEAT THE ODDS and ENDURE TO THE END. We are all running a race in this life. How can we win that race? What does it take to persevere? By examining the old fable, The Hare and the Tortoise, we can find the biblical parallels that point us to walking in victory. Pacing yourself, staying focused, and refusing to give up are just a few of the tips we can take from the story and God's Word....

"A tortoise from the Galapagos Islands goes on an adventure--at her own speed"--

Expecting a dog for her birthday, a girl is upset and furious when she gets a tortoise instead, but soon learns that even a tortoise can be a good pet.

"As a boy, Henry Friston dreamed of traveling the world. He thought he was signing up for a lifetime of adventure when he joined the Royal Navy. But when World War I begins, it launches the world, and Henry, into turmoil. While facing enemy fire at Gallipoli, Henry discovers the strength he needs to survive in an unexpected source: a tortoise. And so begins the friendship of a lifetime. Based on true events, and with charming illustrations, this story...