In Franklin the Turtle: Clubhouse Adventures, children join Franklin and his pals in a fun-filled interactive clubhouse for challenging, open-ended creative activities and games that teach important life lessons. Kids can let their imaginations run wild as they put on their detective caps and help Rabbit spot the differences between two highly detailed pictures; they'll learn the importance of paying attention and following instructions.
Stimulating, unique book explores the possibilities of mathematical drawing through compass constructions and computer graphics. Over 100 full-page drawings demonstrate possibilities: five-point egg, golden ratio, 17-gon, plughole vortex, blancmange curve, Durer’s pentagons, pentasnow, turtle geometry, many more. Exercises (with answers). "...wealth of intriguing and lovely ideas."—Information Technology & Learning.
At top speed, an ornate box turtle can cross the length of a football field in about 7 minutes. While not a blazing pace, it’s faster than the eastern box turtle, which clocks in at 20 minutes. It’s a good thing these reptiles don’t have to outrun predators. Instead, they have amazing shells for protection. Unlike other turtles, box turtles can close their shells completely to keep predators out.
