The Great Snapping Turtle Adventure (A Max and Charles Nature Adventure Book 1)

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Review "The Great Snapping Turtle Adventure is a lively, joyful splash into the rapidly disappearing cultural treasures of Maryland's Chesapeake Bay and one tiny Eastern Shore water community. Meet Max and Charles, two young boys highly skilled in the arts of insults and banter; curious, ready for adventure, and only a little bit afraid of ghosts. In one day they inherit a giant snapping turtle, discover the tombstone of someone still living, sample Chesapeake delicacies and come face-to-face with a grieving ghost! In the process, the boys learn important environmental lessons from those who still understand the delicate balance of give and take needed to preserve the Bay. Come to the 'End of the World', you might even see those miraculous dancing blue crabs!" -- Teresa Whitaker, Storyteller/Musician"As a musician and storyteller, I was thrilled to find the best ghost story I've heard in a long time (with a singing ghost!). This story is chock full of lyrical descriptions of a land set apart from the hectic megalopolis, where sun & wind, water & land create an environment that makes even fast-paced urban visitors slow down. It will make you want to visit the Eastern Shore and make your own adventure!" -- Slim Harrison, Singer and Songwriter"Beautifully written, charming illustrations. A delightful story of a step-dad and his two young sons as they share an unforgettable adventure over the course of one day on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Author Yaruta-Young has written a well-paced, fun-packed story, rich in detail -- how to catch a crab!  how not to hold a snapping turtle! -- and peopled with unique characters, both real and other-worldly." -- Karen W. Chambers, Program Director (past), Cloisters Children's Museum, Baltimore, MD Read more From the Author MORE REVIEWS:"In her fast-paced little story, The Great Snapping Turtle Adventure, Ms. Yaruta-Young has written a delightful tale of mystery and adventure, which makes it an irresistible read for preteens. Filled with beautifully written, descriptive passages of Maryland's Eastern Shore,the reader is instantly transported to the lovely town of Vienna, Elliott Island and the Chesapeake Bay. As one reads about the marshes, reeds, plants, herons, geese, fish, blue-fin crabs and great gray snapping turtles, one is reminded of the importance of always taking care of the environment. -- Helen McShane, School Teacher, Baltimore County and Carroll County, Maryland"An intriguing trip involving a good old fashioned adventure filled with colorful characters which are sure to thrill every young reader. Enjoy the mystery and vivid descriptions that capture the beat of natural cycles and the cultural fabric of the Maryland shore." -- Martha Bell, Environmental Educator"With a poet's sensibility and the hand of an experienced waterman, Yaruta-Young imparts her love of the seashore and specifically the art of crabbing and turtle-tending while the stepfather in her charming little book teaches his enthusiastic if rather smart-alecky stepsons. These human relationships ensure that this is more than a 'nature book,' but a confirmation that re-jiggered families can radiate strong rapport. If certain mysterious presences here linger in the wings, they fit in with the whole scene. As for the large snapping turtle who knows what she wants --Read on..." -- Elisavietta Ritchie, Author, Guy Wires, In Haste I Write You This Note, Tiger Upstairs on Connecticut Avenue Read more See all Editorial Reviews