"Several turtles (and the narrator) teach a young girl the responsibility--and the joys--of caring for a pet turtle. Includes "Is this pet right for me?" quiz"--

"Can turtles breathe underwater? Find out the answer and spark early readers' natural curiosity about pets with this inquiry-based nonfiction book. Splish, splash! Turtles aren't cuddly reptiles, but their long lives and aquatic tanks make them captivating pets. Nine kid-friendly Q&As teach readers about life with a turtle, including their behavior, aquarium needs, and how their shells grow. Engaging questions draw in kids while research-based answers...

Tortoises are beautiful and interesting animals who typically thrive in captivity when provided with proper husbandry and veterinary care. But to provide a tortoise with the things he needs, you'll have to learn as much as you can about the species, their way of life and the habitats from which they hail. You will find all of the information you need to give your new pet a good home and care for him properly inside. By incorporating the methods and...

Red-footed tortoises are beautiful, hardy and personable tortoises who typically thrive in captivity. They exhibit many of the traits tortoise keepers seek in a pet, and they present relatively few challenges for those who seek to keep them. But to provide red-footed tortoises with the things they need, you'll have to learn as much as you can about the species, their way of life and the habitats from which they hail. You will find all of the information...

"Turtles are often a first pet. They are small and seem easy to care for. But turtles need the right kind of tank, warm water and food to thrive. Turtle owners love their pets. The only way to become a good turtle owner is to learn all about their needs."--Back cover.

Told from the perspective of both the girl, Nia, and her pet turtle, Alfie, and describes what happens when he disappears on the eve of her seventh birthday to find her a special present.

Because of their endearing personalities, attractive coloration and reasonable price, many tortoise species - including leopard tortoises -- are popular pets among reptile enthusiasts. However, every tortoise requires its own specific care regimen to thrive. Fortunately for those interested in keeping a leopard tortoise as a pet, these chelonians are rather easy to maintain if you satisfy their specific requirements. No matter which tortoise species...

"A touching picture book about the friendship between a girl and her pet tortoise, and the aftermath of the tortoise's passing."--