"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces turtles and tortoises to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

"An animal that looks like a turtle munches on some grass. It has scales and a hard shell. But is it a turtle or a tortoise? Turtles and tortoises are similar, but they have some important differences. Find out how their legs, feet, shells, and behaviors can all help you tell these two animal look-alikes apart. Filled with stunning photos and playful text, early learners will be delighted as each page turns"--

"Both turtles and tortoises have shells and move pretty slowly. So what makes them different? And where do terrapins fit in? There's much more going on with these amazing creatures than just carapaces and plastrons. From their family ties and foot size to their habitats, these animals look, live, and even eat differently. Some of these awesome animals can live for centuries! Readers will discover which of these reptiles can survive hundreds of years...

"Teaches readers how to tell the difference between turtles and tortoises through conversational, witty text and hilarious images"--

"Pairing two very unlike animals together for an imaginary fight, this book has readers comparing and contrasting the features of cheetahs and tortoises"--

"In Turtle or Tortoise?, beginning readers will learn to spot the differences between these shelled reptiles. Carefully leveled text relays what the animals look like and how they behave. Each page then asks readers to name which animal is shown in the photo. Answers appear upside down on the bottom of each page, making reading for learning interactive and fun. A See and Compare spread shows and labels each animal side by side, while a Quick Facts...