Poky, a baby sea turtle, awakes to find he missed the great sea turtle race! He meets several beach friends along the way who offer conflicting advice on how to make it to the finish line. Confused and alone, Poky has decisions to make, but soon realizes he was not the last one when more sea turtles pop up from the hatch. The great race is on…or is it? Whimsical rhyme and original watercolor illustrations make Poky, the Turtle Patrol a must read, not only for young readers, but for any lover of our endangered sea turtle. Portions of the proceeds from book sales are donated to Volusia/Flagler Turtle Patrol.
Poky, the Turtle Patrol by Diana Kanan (Endangered Animals, Book 1) is a delightful picture book detailing the hatching of sea turtles in the beach and their trip to the ocean. This is a gorgeously illustrated ode to one of nature’s miracles. Do yourself a favor, and get this book for every youngster you know. Share it with the family to foster a new dedication to saving endangered animals.