Book 32, Question 138 · Video
Why shouldn’t you take a wild turtle home?
A wild turtle knows its home territory, where it finds food, water, and places to hide. If it is taken away, it may not survive. Many turtles live for decades, so it would be a very long commitment. In many places, collecting wild turtles is not allowed, since some kinds are rare. Look and learn, take a photo, and leave the turtle where you found it.
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Intro
Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. Why shouldn’t you take a wild turtle home?
The Big Idea
You find a cute wild turtle. Can you take it home? Here's why you shouldn't.
Its Home
Step one: Its Home. A wild turtle knows its home territory, where it finds food, water, and places to hide. If it's taken away, it may not survive.
A Long Life
Step two: A Long Life. Many turtles live for decades. So caring for one would be a very long commitment.
Often Not Allowed
Step three: Often Not Allowed. In many places, collecting wild turtles isn't allowed, since some kinds are rare. Look and learn, take a photo, and leave the turtle where you found it.
A Closer Look
Let's take a closer look! Known well. Decades. Often banned. Take these.
Quick Facts
Quick facts! A turtle can live in the same area for many years. Many turtles live for decades. Taking them is often banned. Take a photo instead.
Think Like a Scientist
Now, think like a scientist! Take a photo or draw a sketch of a turtle you see. Write down the date. Write down the place. Leave the turtle where it was. Keep a turtle log over time.
Outro
A wild turtle knows its home territory and may not survive if taken away. Many live for decades, and collecting them is often not allowed. Look, learn, take a photo, and leave the turtle where you found it. Science is amazing! Remember, every big discovery starts with a small question. Keep looking, keep learning, and keep asking why! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!