Told in a riddle format, with clues re: habitat, prey, appearance, hatching of young, and anatomical features like giant eyes, a strong jaw, and hard shell covering, this little reader offers excellent information on the turtle. Full-color photos reveal only portions of the reptile, page by page, so as not to give away the  identity too easily.  In addition to reading comprehension and language practice, this title could be used for primary level research. Includes index, focus on specific vocabulary such as “jaw”, and “Challenge” Word: “hatchling”