| The Town of Turtle Contributor(s): Cuevas, Michelle (Author), Chien, Catia (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0544749820 ISBN-13: 9780544749825 Publisher: Clarion Books OUR PRICE: $16.19 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Friendship - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Emigration & Immigration - Juvenile Fiction | Animals - Turtles |
| Dewey: E |
| LCCN: 2016025730 |
| Lexile Measure: 600 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 9.2" W x 11" (1.10 lbs) 40 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Friendship - Ethnic Orientation - Multicultural - Topical - Boy's Interest - Topical - Girl's Interest - Topical - Inspiration - Sex & Gender - Boy's Interest - Sex & Gender - Girl's Interest |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 501786 Reading Level: 3.4 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In Turtle's shell there's room for only one. But in Turtle's heart, there is room for everyone This tale of a lonely turtle who comes out of his shell to find friendship and community celebrates diversity and inclusion. 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. |
Contributor Bio(s): Cuevas, Michelle: - Michelle Cuevas was born in 1982 in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. She graduated from Williams College and holds a master of fine arts in creative writing from the University of Virginia, where she received the Henry Hoyns Fellowship. She is the author of The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles illustrated by Caldecott medalist Erin E. Stead, Confessions of an Imaginary Friend: A Memoir by Jacques Papier, Beyond the Laughing Sky illustrated by Julie Morstad, and The Masterwork of a Painting Elephant illustrated by Ed Young. Visit her website at michellecuevas.com.Chien, Catia: - Catia Chien is an avid painter whose work is known for its whimsy, colors, and energy. She has produced work for the children's book market, film and animation industries, comic book anthologies, and galleries. Visit her at catiachien.com and on Instagram @catia_chien. |