Turtle Watch

by Saviour Pirotta, Nilesh Mistry (Illustrator)

People think Jiro-San is mad - he sits on the beach for hours, just listening to the wind and waiting, always waiting. But Taro is fascinated by this wise man and his wonderful secrets, especially when Jiro-San reveals to him that his sea friends are on their way to the beach.

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

Saviour Pirotta is the award-winning author of over one hundred fiction and nonfiction books for children. His works have been translated into 28 languages. Originally from Malta, he now lives in England.

Reviews

[Pamela Powell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Taro is fascinated by the old man who sweeps the sand with a broom, but is even more fascinated when his "old friends" arrive and lay eggs on the beach.