Sheldon's ShellThe Turtle Who Tried Everything
When Sheldon the turtle comes into the world without a shell, he sets out on a journey to find it. He soon discovers that the forest is filled with things that look and fit like a shell. But most of them already belong to someone else.
This heart-warming story is sure to bring a giggle or two as children follow Sheldon on his quest to find his shell.
Perfect for classroom storytime and read-alouds, but gentle enough for sharing as a cozy bedtime story. |
What is a turtle to do if he is born without a shell?
Join Sheldon on his quest and discover how this clever little hatchling solves his problem.
How It All Began . . .
Perfect For✔ Children ages 4–8
✔ Classroom Read-Alouds ✔ Spring Storytime ✔ Animal Lovers ✔ Bedtime Stories |
Social-Emotional Learning Themes✔ Resilience
✔Creative Problem Solving ✔ Belonging ✔Friendship & Empathy ✔ Self-awareness |
A gentle story about a tiny hatchling and his amazing problem-solving skills.
This story uses light humor as Sheldon tries on found objects in the forest that look like shells only to find out they already belong to someone else. When he finally finds a shell of his own, he discovers that not only does his new shell keep him warm and dry, it has room for his friends too.