Books About Sea Turtles

The Best Sea Turtles Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about sea turtles? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Sea Turtles

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1996

The View from Saturday

By E.L. Konigsburg

A teacher's mysterious team selection leads to unexpected victories and deeper truths.

Newbery Medal (1997)

176 pages· 43,545 words· Est. 6 hour read

5.8/7 Bookroo·3.8/5 Goodreads · 46,995 ratings

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Summary: Mrs. Olinski's return to teaching brings an unexpected challenge: forming a winning Academic Bowl team. Noah, Nadia, Ethan, and Julian surprise everyone with their victories, but the real mystery lies in how they were chosen. As they triumph over older students, questions arise about their unique bond. Each member's story reveals a piece of the puzzle, from accidental weddings to saving turtles. Mrs. Olinski finds confidence in her team, but the true reason behind their selection remains a secret known only to them. Discover the surprising answers hidden within their intertwined tales.

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$574

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Diary Disaster

By Meredith Costain, Danielle McDonald (Illustrator) · Ella Diaries series

A school trip, a secret diary, and a nosy cabin mate. Can Ella keep her secrets safe?

144 pages· 7,335 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 165 ratings

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Summary: Ella's thrilled for the Turtle Island trip, eager to witness baby turtles hatching. But her excitement is overshadowed by the challenge of keeping her secret diary safe from the nosy Peach, who shares her cabin. As Ella navigates the island's mysteries, including a spooky graveyard, she must outsmart Peach to protect her secrets. Will Ella's elaborate plans be enough, or will her private thoughts be exposed? And amidst the chaos, will she fulfill her dream of seeing the adorable hatchlings? Dive into Ella's adventure filled with secrets, friendship, and unexpected twists.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2011

Sea Turtles

By Laura Marsh · National Geographic Readers series

Discover the secret life of sea turtles and their incredible journeys.

32 pages· 937 words· Est. 11 min read

4.3 Goodreads · 291 ratings

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Summary: Dive into the world of sea turtles, the ocean's long-distance travelers. Uncover their mysterious navigation skills as they return to their birthplace to lay eggs. Explore their tranquil lives through stunning visuals and engaging facts. What secrets do these ancient mariners hold?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

One Tiny Turtle

By Nicola Davies, Jane Chapman (Illustrator) · Read and Wonder series

A loggerhead turtle returns to her birthplace to lay eggs after a 30-year ocean journey.

32 pages· 701 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.1 Goodreads · 894 ratings

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Summary: Journey with a loggerhead turtle as she navigates the vast oceans for thirty years, returning to her birthplace to lay eggs. Discover the mysteries of her life and the challenges she faces in this beautifully illustrated tale of survival and instinct. Will her offspring continue the cycle?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

Sea Turtles

By Gail Gibbons · Explore the World with Gail Gibbons series

Explore the ancient journey of sea turtles and their fight for survival.

32 pages· 1,342 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud

4.0 Goodreads · 161 ratings

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Summary: Embark on an oceanic adventure with sea turtles, ancient mariners of the deep. From hatching from tiny eggs to migrating thousands of miles, these majestic creatures face incredible challenges. Discover the eight species, their unique traits, and the urgent conservation efforts to protect them. With vivid illustrations and engaging text, this book offers a captivating glimpse into the lives of these threatened giants, perfect for young ocean enthusiasts.

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$958

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2005

Flush

By Carl Hiaasen

A boy seeks justice against a casino boat polluting the harbor.

263 pages· 59,685 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

3.9 Goodreads · 33,769 ratings

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Summary: Noah's summer turns wild when his dad lands in jail for sinking a casino boat he believes is polluting the harbor. Determined to prove the illegal dumping, Noah enlists his quirky sister Abbey, a dubious ally, and a mysterious pirate. Can this unlikely crew expose the truth and bring down the Coral Queen? Dive into a high-stakes adventure where justice is murky, and the waters are even murkier.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

Swim, Fish!

By Susan B. Neuman, National Geographic Kids · National Geographic Kids Readers series

Discover ocean wonders and meet fascinating sea creatures.

24 pages· 97 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud

3.9 Goodreads · 140 ratings

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Summary: Dive into an ocean adventure where young readers meet fascinating sea creatures. From leaping dolphins to floating jellyfish, each page reveals a new wonder. Simple text and vivid images guide children through the mysteries of the deep, introducing them to the vibrant life of coral reefs. Will they spot a seahorse or a clownfish next? Perfect for budding explorers, this journey into the sea promises excitement and discovery at every turn.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

The Voyage of Turtle Rex

By Kurt Cyrus

A baby sea turtle braves prehistoric oceans to fulfill her destiny.

40 pages· 512 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

3.7 Goodreads · 336 ratings

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Summary: In a prehistoric ocean teeming with danger, a baby sea turtle embarks on a perilous journey. Emerging from her egg, she must navigate swirling waves and evade predators to find refuge deep below. As she grows, her destiny calls her back to the sands where her life began. Will she survive the treacherous waters and complete the cycle of life? Dive into this dramatic tale of survival and transformation in a world ruled by dinosaurs.

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$1215

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2026

Sea Turtles in the Wild

By Virginia Loh-Hagan · Go Wild! Ocean Explorer series

Glide through the waves and discover how ocean turtles look, eat and live.

24 pages

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Summary: Readers meet sea turtles on an ocean adventure and learn about their bodies, what they eat and where they live. Simple callouts ask readers to look, think and connect as they read for information.

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Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2008

Threat to the Leatherback Turtle

By Bonnie Hinman · On the Verge of Extinction: Crisis in the Environment series

Can leatherbacks survive modern threats and return to their ancient nesting grounds?

32 pages· 2,529 words· Est. 20 min read-aloud

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Library Binding

Summary: Journey with the resilient leatherback sea turtles, ancient mariners who once swam alongside dinosaurs. Discover their epic migrations, like the 12,774-mile trek from Indonesia to Oregon, and their instinctual return to ancestral nesting sites. As they face modern perils from human encroachment and pollution, learn about the urgent efforts to safeguard their future. Will these majestic creatures overcome the challenges of our changing world? Uncover the secrets of their survival and find out how you can help protect these endangered giants of the sea.

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