Baby Sea Turtle

On a narrow strip of beach in Trinidad, a mother sea turtle comes to shore to dig her nest and deposit her eggs. Right from the beginning, the odds are against the hatchlings. Wild dogs, the rising tide, and other digging sea turtles could destroy the eggs before they hatch. The remaining baby sea turtles will scramble to the water as best they can - taking their first steps on a long and dangerous journey to maturity.Included are the folllowing: Original color photographs taken in the wild, Simple, informative stories A "Did You Know?" section of interesting facts Complete with introduction, table of contents, and index for parents and teachers, and A fine introduction to nature for preschoolers and primary readers Reviews: "...with clear, informative pictures...lively texts that invite repeated reading..." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children_s Books"[The Nature Babies series] pairs excellent-quality, never-before-published photos with simple texts...focuses on the animals_ daily lives, habitat, diet, and, in particular, their relationship with their mother, which is charmingly portrayed....Appealing and useful additions." -- School Library JournalAubrey Langhas been a science writer and wildlife photographer for the past 25 years and a freelance writer for more than fifteen years.Wayne Lynchhas seen his work published in more than two-dozen countries. With Aubrey Lang he has produced nearly 40 titles for children and adults, and countless articles in well-known nature magazines, including Ranger Rick, Owl, Wild, National Wildlife, and Canadian Geographic.

Aubrey Lang has been a science writer and wildlife photographer for the past 25 years and a freelance writer for more than fifteen years.

Wayne Lynch has seen his work published in more than two-dozen countries. With Aubrey Lang he has produced nearly 40 titles for children and adults, and countless articles in well-known nature magazines, including Ranger Rick, Owl, Wild, National Wildlife, and Canadian Geographic.