One Turtle's Last Straw

Written by Elisa Boxer · Illustrated by Marta Alvarez Miguens

A turtle's plight ignites a movement against plastic pollution.

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40 pages· AD650L

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In the ocean near Costa Rica, a turtle's distress reveals a plastic straw lodged in its nose, sparking a wave of environmental awareness. As children across the nation rally for change, this true story highlights the power of small actions to inspire a global movement. Can one turtle's rescue lead to a sustainable future?

From the publisher

The inspiring true story of how one small turtle and kids all over the country sparked an environmental movement. Based on the viral video that created awareness of the harm caused by plastic straws, this heart-wrenching story is a perfect tool for teaching children about sustainability. Slurp! A boy finishes his drink and tosses it in the trash, straw and all. He moves on without another thought…. In the waters off of Costa Rica, scientists spot an endangered sea turtle and pull him aboard to study him. But he has something stuck in his nose. A barnacle? A stick? No…it’s a plastic straw! This heroic story of one turtle’s rescue reminds us that even the smallest straw can hurt our ocean life–and that the smallest demand for change can grow into something big!

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