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Book 32, Question 135 · Video

How can people help a turtle cross the road?

Video · 1:45 · Crafty Clover explains, from A Million Whys Book 32

If you see a turtle in the road, tell a grown-up. If it is safe, the adult can carry it across in the same direction it was heading. If the turtle goes back the other way, it will just try to cross again. Large snapping turtles can bite, so leave them to experts. Always put safety first, and never stop in traffic.

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What Crafty Clover says in this video

Intro

Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. How can people help a turtle cross the road?

The Big Idea

You spot a turtle in the road. What should you do? Here's how to help safely.

Tell a Grown-Up

Step one: Tell a Grown-Up. If you see a turtle in the road, tell a grown-up. Never go into the road yourself.

Same Direction

Step two: Same Direction. If it's safe, the grown-up can carry it across in the same direction it was heading. If the turtle is moved back the other way, it will just try to cross again.

Snappers to Experts

Step three: Snappers to Experts. Large snapping turtles can bite, so leave them to experts. Always put safety first, never stop in traffic, and wash hands after.

A Closer Look

Let's take a closer look! Does it. Check first. Same way. Wash after.

Quick Facts

Quick facts! A turtle moved the wrong way will turn around again. Snapping turtles can bite. Never stop in traffic. Wash hands after.

Think Like a Scientist

Now, think like a scientist! Draw a turtle helper checklist for a grown-up. Add check traffic. Add move in the same direction. Add put the turtle down gently. Add wash hands.

Outro

If you see a turtle in the road, tell a grown-up. If it's safe, they can carry it across in the direction it was heading. Leave snapping turtles to experts, never stop in traffic, and wash hands after. Science is amazing! Keep asking questions! The more you look around, the more wonders you will find, so keep your eyes open! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!

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