The Town of Turtle
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2018 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

The Town of Turtle

Written by Michelle Cuevas · Illustrated by Catia Chien

A turtle's dream transforms his shell into a welcoming town.

3.8/7 Bookroo expert·3.6/5 Goodreads · 274 ratings
40 pages· 611 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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A lonely turtle dreams of a better life and begins transforming his shell into a magical town. As he builds, word spreads, and newcomers arrive, turning solitude into community. Will Turtle's heart expand to welcome all who come? Discover how a simple dream can create a world of friendship and inclusion.

From the publisher

When a solitary turtle decides to make some renovations to his shell, he doesn’t have a blueprint, only a dream for a better life. He starts by building a deck—though he figures the deck could use a fireplace. And a fireplace needs wood, so naturally, he plants a garden. But it isn’t really a garden without a pond . . . Soon, Turtle can barely recognize his own shadow. Finally satisfied with the intricate world upon his back, word begins to spread of the magical “Town of Turtle,” attracting newcomers from far and wide. All are welcome in Turtle’s town, where life is a little less lonely, if only you come out of your shell.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
611
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD600L
Themes & topics
Books about being yourselfBooks about courageBooks about self-discoveryBooks about building thingsBooks about turtles and tortoises
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3.8

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3.8

I really wanted to like it, with it's quirky feel and uniquely beautiful illustrations, but just doesn't have the punch of a great story.

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.4
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
501786
Publication
Published
April 10, 2018
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780544749825

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