John Himmelman Books

John Himmelman is the author and illustrator of over sixty children's books, channeling his lifelong passion for nature into his work. He transforms his keen interests into stories and illustrations, focusing on diverse natural history topics. His writing and art invite readers, young and old, to explore the natural world. Himmelman's distinctive approach makes complex subjects accessible and engaging.

Box Turtle
32 pages
2 hours of reading
This is the charming story of a box turtle whose life begins in a New England forest in 1890, and who lives over 100 years and witnesses changes to the landscape that threaten her habitat until the spirit of conservation transforms her remaining woodlot. An appealing story that teaches conservation, wildlife biology, and history.
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Box Turtle