Stories About Turtles

This page presents a diverse collection of Stories About Turtles, featuring tales of friendship, wisdom, and perseverance. In Uncle Wiggily And The Mock-Turtle, Uncle Wiggily and Squeaky-Eeky face a bear but are saved by the clever Mock-Turtle. The Turtle and the Monkey highlights cooperation and fairness as Turtle and Monkey learn lessons about sharing. In Jack Rabbit and Mr. Turtle, Mr. Turtle helps Jack Rabbit reach safety, showcasing the value of steadfastness.

A theme of resilience appears in The Hare and the Tortoise, where the steady tortoise wins a race against a faster but complacent hare. Why the Hippopotamus Lives in the Water involves a turtle who cleverly learns the hippo’s name, influencing where hippos now live. Finally, in Waking Up to Love, Speedy the turtle’s gentle gestures lead him to a happy relationship with Myrtle, resulting in a harmonious life together. These stories reveal various aspects of turtle lore, from wisdom to community values.