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Name: Turtle Time
Author: Sandol Stoddard

When the little protagonist climbs into bed, the gentle rhythm of the night echoes the slow, steady movements of her pet turtle. In this soothing, rhymed tale, the child’s imagination links the turtle’s habits to the peace of sleep, turning bedtime into a gentle, imaginative journey. The story encourages a calm routine and a loving appreciation for gentle animals.

First publish date: 1995

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Sandol Stoddard

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