Ocean ANIMAL GUIDE ยท AGES 5โ€“10

Sea Turtle facts
for curious kids.

Meet the sea turtle, a ocean animal connected with Warm and temperate seas. This short guide uses simple facts from our Hello, Animal! learning cards.

Friendly illustration of a sea turtle
HOMEWarm and temperate seas
SIZEMedium
GROUPOcean

TWO FACTS TO REMEMBER

What makes a sea turtle interesting?

  • Sea turtles breathe air at the surface.
  • Many sea turtles travel long distances across the ocean.

Compare life in water with life on land: movement, breathing, and finding food all work differently.

GUESS THE ANIMAL

Can you solve this clue?

I have a hard shell and flippers that help me swim. Who am I?
Show the answer

It's a Sea Turtle!

TRY THIS TOGETHER

Turn one fact into a conversation.

1. Notice

Look at the picture. What body feature do you notice first?

2. Remember

Say one sea turtle fact in your own words.

3. Wonder

What would you like to learn next about this animal?

MORE ANIMAL FRIENDS

Keep exploring.

FREE LEARNING TO TAKE WITH YOU

Print, play, and visit the village.

The 50-animal Discovery Deck, stories, games, and Living Village remain free to explore.

QUICK QUESTIONS

Sea Turtle FAQ

Where do sea turtles live?

This Hello, Animal! guide lists their home as Warm and temperate seas.

How big is a sea turtle?

For a simple child-friendly comparison, we classify the sea turtle as medium.

What is one sea turtle fact to remember?

Sea turtles breathe air at the surface.