msgabbythelibrarian's review against another edition
3.0
An excellent, beautifully illustrated, book about keeping our oceans clean.
I also love that this book started from the turtle hatching!! Shows even more of the full picture of what some creatures encounter.
I also love that this book started from the turtle hatching!! Shows even more of the full picture of what some creatures encounter.
mckenzierichardson's review against another edition
4.0
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A beautiful story that examines ocean pollution from the perspective of a turtle. The reader follows Little Turtle as she traverses her ocean home, noting the changes that dampen its colors and the silent creatures (plastic bags, bottles, and other garbage) that quickly multiple. Though she experiences great darkness, there are those ready to help and brighten the ocean once more.
The story it simple yet lovely. It pairs perfectly with Poh's illustrations, demonstrating the changes to the environment.
The story also shares interesting details about the lives of sea turtles such as the initial struggle after hatching, ocean predators, and the migration back to where they were born.
The backmatter includes additional information such as a glossary, ways garbage ends up in the ocean, why plastic is harmful to marine life, how long it takes for plastic items to break down, further resources, and simple ways to help reduce waste.
Simple, yet powerful with lovely illustrations and a heartfelt message of hope. A great introduction for young readers to learn about the harm of plastic in the oceans and habits to reduce waste. Though the problem goes far beyond simply reducing plastic use, this is a nice place to start.
A beautiful story that examines ocean pollution from the perspective of a turtle. The reader follows Little Turtle as she traverses her ocean home, noting the changes that dampen its colors and the silent creatures (plastic bags, bottles, and other garbage) that quickly multiple. Though she experiences great darkness, there are those ready to help and brighten the ocean once more.
The story it simple yet lovely. It pairs perfectly with Poh's illustrations, demonstrating the changes to the environment.
The story also shares interesting details about the lives of sea turtles such as the initial struggle after hatching, ocean predators, and the migration back to where they were born.
The backmatter includes additional information such as a glossary, ways garbage ends up in the ocean, why plastic is harmful to marine life, how long it takes for plastic items to break down, further resources, and simple ways to help reduce waste.
Simple, yet powerful with lovely illustrations and a heartfelt message of hope. A great introduction for young readers to learn about the harm of plastic in the oceans and habits to reduce waste. Though the problem goes far beyond simply reducing plastic use, this is a nice place to start.
kailey_luminouslibro's review against another edition
5.0
Turtle is born on a beach, and immediately dives into the ocean. She travels through the ocean landscape, making friends, and living a good life. One day she returns to the beach where she was born to lay her eggs. On her journey to and from the beach, she notices that the ocean is not the same as it used to be. Plastic bags and bottles float around, and plastic rings or bits of net trap the sea creatures. All the garbage is making the ocean toxic, but Turtle encounters some friendly humans who start cleaning things up.
This book took me on an emotional roller coaster ride of ups and downs as Turtle revels in the joy of her beautiful ocean and then is devastated by all the garbage and trash that is floating around. What a wonderful story!
I love that it has an important message about keeping the oceans clean, but it never feels too preachy. The story is light and fun, and there are resources and further information about ocean clean-up and recycling at the back of the book.
The illustrations are lovely with calming blues and greens. There are bright pops of color in the fish and coral, and the art style is soft and wavy. The gorgeous art work along with the compelling story makes this book particularly powerful and enjoyable!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.
This book took me on an emotional roller coaster ride of ups and downs as Turtle revels in the joy of her beautiful ocean and then is devastated by all the garbage and trash that is floating around. What a wonderful story!
I love that it has an important message about keeping the oceans clean, but it never feels too preachy. The story is light and fun, and there are resources and further information about ocean clean-up and recycling at the back of the book.
The illustrations are lovely with calming blues and greens. There are bright pops of color in the fish and coral, and the art style is soft and wavy. The gorgeous art work along with the compelling story makes this book particularly powerful and enjoyable!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.
aprilo23's review against another edition
5.0
In a few short pages, this book warmed my heart, broke it, and put it back together again. Super sweet and a great way to teach kids about pollution! LOVED it!
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