Hickman, Pamela. Turtle Rescue: Changing the Future for Endangered Wildlife.

HICKMAN, Pamela. Turtle rescue; changing the future for endangered wildlife. Firefly. 64p. illus. index. c2005. 1-55297-915-6. $9.95. JSA 

Aimed at young people, this work is mostly devoted to the ways humans have infringed on turtle habitat and proliferation, ranking them among our most rapidly disappearing species. We do, however, learn much about turtles, including why leatherbacks cry. Full-color photographs and graphics encourage the reader to find out more about the subject. Concisely written and easily absorbed text relates the state of the world's efforts to curb the destruction of many different kinds of turtles. A timeline of conservation efforts is included along with highlights of people working in the field and projects all across the globe. Hickman, a biologist, has authored over 30 books on wildlife and nature for children. The book includes contact information for seven organizations working on turtle conservation in a section titled "How You Can Help." Ann Hart, Trustee, Juniata County Lib., Mifflintown, PA

J--Recommended for junior high school students. The contents are particular interest to young adolescents and their teachers.

S--Recommended for senior high school students.

A--Recommended for advanced students and adults. This code will help librarians and teachers working in high schools where there are honors and advanced placement students. This also will help extend KLIATT's usefulness in public libraries.