Norman The Sea Turtle

Story of Norman the Sea Turtle and a look at his life under the sea and the many sea creatures he interacts with. The bright, playful illustrations add a whimsical touch to this fun story for little listeners learning about marine life.

Brand new picture books from Ripley’s feature fun and engaging stories around more Ripley’s Aquarium mascots, this time Gabby the sea turtle and Norman the penguin. Filled with expressive illustrations, silly situations, and lovable characters, kids and parents alike will be enchanted by each of these charming “tails”! Who says penguins can't fly? Join the adorable Norman as he searches for a way to accomplish the impossible. Told from Norman's point of view, young readers will giggle at Norman's silly attempts and relate to his disappointment at his failures. Will Norman ultimately find a way to fly? There's only one way to find out!

Who could resist celebrating sea turtles? They may seem like lazy ocean reptiles drifting with the oceans’ currents, but they are actually long-distance swimmers that spend their entire lives searching for food and a mate. What’s more, they come with their own built-in GPS, returning to the exact beach where they were born to lay their own eggs. Kids will learn all about these tranquil and mysterious animals through brilliant photography and illustrations, plus the trusted and distinctive content you love from NG Kids!

This book takes a close look at an amazing swimming reptile—the sea turtle. Readers will love learning exciting facts about sea turtle anatomy, diet, and swimming skills. The book also introduces readers to two sea turtle species, green sea turtles and leatherback sea turtles. Manageable and engaging text is accompanied by color photographs to help readers grasp information. Use this book as a supplemental text for life science curricula to ensure a well-rounded and exciting learning experience.

Originally published: New York: Scribner, for the American Museum of Natural History, c1967.

A collection of Sherman's Lagoon comic strips.

True adventure stories, photography, and hands-on activities combine in an introduction to the sea turtle and the ongoing efforts of conservationists to protect the species.