Two Turtles - by Kiah Thomas (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Terrence and Frank are in trouble. And it's their own fault, really. This laugh-out-loud turtle tale shows that sometimes the best way forward is teamwork.

Fans of Jon Klassen and Mac Barnett will love this past-paced picture book where winning isn't everything--especially when you're plummeting with your best frenemy.

Terrence and Frank are turtles. Everything is a competition between them.
Frank fell off a cliff. Terrence jumped! And now they're both falling as they race each other to the bottom. But turtles aren't meant to fall.

What will become of them? Can YOU help?

With humor and heart and fabulous illustrations, this is destined to be a classic storytime favorite.

Review Quotes

Terrence and Frank are two very competitive turtles who are in a predicament. They are both falling from a cliff. Just before the fall, they were comparing to see who could fit the most things into their shell. When Frank fell off the cliff, Terrence jumped so the two could race to see who would reach the bottom first. The narrator reveals that if the two turtles work together, they can both survive. The question is whether Terrence and Frank can put aside their rivalry and combine forces to save their lives. The illustrations capture the drama between the two turtles, highlighting their wide, fearful eyes and the smirk of a challenge accepted on Frank's and Terrence's faces. Teachers may find this book a good read-aloud that prompts discussion about competitive spirit and sportsmanship. Children may like to brainstorm and suggest ways for the two turtles to resolve their conflicts.
--Children's Literature

About the Author

Kiah Thomas is one of Australia's most exciting new voices. She is the author of the middle-grade novel The Callers and an illustrated series called Lone Wolf. Kiah lives on Wurundjeri land in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia, with her husband and three children.

Jake A. Minton is an illustrator who lives on Bundjalung Country near Byron Bay, about two hours south of Brisbane, Australia. After being shortlisted for the Little Hare Illustration Prize in 2020, he went on to illustrate There's No Such Book and Inked, a graphic novel. Jake is also the illustrator of the Zombie Diaries series. www.instagram.com/jakemintonillustration