Sea Turtles: Trade Novel Grade 4 (Journeys) - Softcover

Mary M. Cerullo was once named Outstanding Marine Educator of the Year.

Jeffrey L. Rotman is one of the best-known underwater photographers in the world.

Grade 4-7-Spectacular close-up pictures showing a variety of sea turtles in the wild and an informative, spirited text combine for a dynamic photo-essay on these ancient, endangered animals. From the first chapter on Sipadan Island in the Pacific Ocean, home to underwater caves that attract, and trap, sea turtles, readers will be caught up in the beauty and adventure of the underwater world. Other chapters deal with the physical characteristics of sea turtles, their brief and dangerous time on land, and their life at sea, much of which is still a mystery. Finally, there is discussion of their endangered status due to hunting, habitat encroachment, pollution, and fishing gear, as well as the conservation efforts to bring them back from the verge of extinction. The inclusion of humans involved with these animals is what makes this book special; readers will be fascinated to learn about the different people working to save these creatures-scientists as well as volunteers, including a number of children. A first-rate choice.
Susan Oliver, Tampa-Hillsborough Public Library System, FL
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