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Children’s Book Review: On Kiki’s Reef by Carol L. Malnor and illustrated by Trina L. Hunner

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Cherilyn Chin

On Kiki’s Reef (Dawn Publications, 2014) is a delightful children’s picture book about the life cycle of a sea turtle. Along the way, Kiki meets animals on a coral reef. This book is aimed at lower elementary school grades (4-8 … Continue reading →

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The Real Animals (and Fish!) of Finding Dory

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Cherilyn Chin

Finding Dory came out June 17, 2016. The following was a sneak preview with some corrections now that the movie is out. Dory is back! Her Mom’s name is Jenny and her Dad’s name is Charlie. She is a Yellow … Continue reading →

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10 Fabulous Facts About Sea Turtles

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Cherilyn Chin

1. Sea Turtles are reptiles that breathe air. 2. There are 7 species of Sea Turtles: Kemp’s Ridley, olive Ridley, flatback, hawksbill, loggerhead, green and leatherback. 3. The Leatherback Sea Turtle is the largest turtle and heaviest reptile on the … Continue reading →

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Pacific Leatherback Sea Turtle Conservation Day in California

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Cherilyn Chin

I’m Tuga, and I’m a Pacific leatherback sea turtle. Today in California (October 15) is Pacific Leatherback Sea Turtle Conservation Day (note: it officially starts in 2013)! That is because I am now California’s official marine reptile! To boot, earlier … Continue reading →

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The Endangered Animals of Finding Nemo: Green Sea Turtles

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Cherilyn Chin

Did you know that 1 out of 6 animals featured in the movie, Finding Nemo, are endangered? Meet one of them, the green sea turtle: My name’s Crash. You may know my older bro Crush, dude, and my little nephew … Continue reading →

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