Turtles have hard shells – Their shell protects them like a shield.

They live on land or in water – Some turtles swim in oceans or ponds, and some walk on land.

Turtles are reptiles – Just like snakes and lizards, turtles are cold-blooded and lay eggs.

They can hide in their shell – When they are scared, they pull their head and legs inside the shell.

Turtles walk slowly – But in water, some turtles can swim really fast!

They eat plants and small animals – Some turtles like vegetables, and some eat bugs or small fish.

Turtles live a long time – Some turtles can live to be over 100 years old!

Baby turtles hatch from eggs – Mama turtles lay eggs in the sand, and the babies crawl out and go to the water.