Turtle Rescue: Changing the Future for Endangered Wildlife

Gr 4-8 -This outstanding overview of the plight of the world -s turtles and tortoises describes the general problems that all turtles face and then explains what is being done to rescue certain species from near extinction. Each chapter is devoted to a particular region of the world and the cultural pressures and environmental issues that challenge its turtles. The book is illustrated with excellent-quality photographs that are closely tied to the text. Maps and charts are useful as are the -on the frontlines - and -at work - profiles of scientists in the field. A -fast facts - section and a list of organizations that are working in turtle research are appended. Other books on the topic cannot match this one for its thorough approach as well as the current information on what is being done in the 21st century to protect the turtle. Throw out your old titles and update your collections with this sure winner." -Gail E. Wellman, East Middle School, Binghamton, NY" Copyright 2006 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.