Cover of the hearable edition of Tyler the Turtle

Tyler the Turtle

Tyler the turtle wants to stand out and he tries to look special to impress everyone

  • Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words

About this book

Tyler the Turtle is an easy readers book for children ages 5 to 9. Tyler the turtle wants to stand out and he tries to look special to impress everyone. But will he be successful or discover he is happiest when he is his original self?

Book details

Book typeHearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening.
AuthorDave Alden Hutchison
Ages5 to 7 years, also 7 to 9 years
GradeGrade 1
Reading levelLevel 2, Easy Readers
Length16 pages, 413 words
CategoriesSpecial Education, Vocabulary, Story Time, Character Education, Animals
Interactive featuresNo activity
LanguageEnglish

Where you can listen to this book

Reading and Math app: listen to it here, audio-only, no pictures, no words.

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Read Along App: audio-only listening, no pictures, no words.

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This edition has no quiz or activity.

Why read Tyler the Turtle with your child

Stories like Tyler the Turtle work best when they are shared. Read it aloud, let your child follow the words, and stop to talk about the characters and what they do. The Vocabulary setting gives you plenty to discuss. Ask your child what they would do in the same situation. It is a simple way to turn reading time into conversation time, and to help your child think about the story.

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Inside the book

Tyler the Turtle is an audio-only book about Vocabulary. Tyler the turtle wants to stand out and he tries to look special to impress everyone. There are no pictures and no words on screen, so children listen and imagine the story for themselves.

Children gain a love of listening and a stronger imagination. Listen together, and talk about what you heard afterwards. It is a calm way to enjoy a story, especially at bedtime.

From the book: “It will make me look special!”

Frequently asked questions

What ages is this book for?

Ages 5 to 9 years, at Grade 1 and Level 2 (Easy Readers).

Is the book narrated?

Yes. It is a hearable book, so a natural human voice tells the story for pure listening. There are no pictures and no words on screen.

Which apps carry this book?

Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App.

How long is the book?

16 pages, 413 words

What will my child learn?

This book helps children learn about Vocabulary, and builds vocabulary and a love of reading.

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