Story Starter

They had been in the barn for ages. Plotting.

Outfits ready, equipment set, plan made, they were almost ready to leave. What they were attempting had never been done before, to their knowledge, but that didn’t deter them.

They knew what they wanted, and were determined to get it.

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Questions to Get you Started

• What is it that you think they wanted?

• What do you think is in the barrels?

• Which mouse is in charge? Explain your answer.

• If the mice could talk, what would they be saying?

Story Starter

She blinked her sleepy eyes as she took in her first sights of the world around her. With an almighty effort, she pushed back her legs, breaking away another tiny fragment of her shell.

Soon, she would be free. Soon, she would have to tackle her next enormous challenge. It wasn’t going to be easy. Her epic journey was only just beginning…

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Questions to Get you Started

• The first moments of a turtle's life are critically important for its survival chances. Why do you think this is the case?

• Why is it that female turtles lay their eggs on the beach?

• Can you think of any other animals that live in the water and on the land?

• What are the differences between amphibians and reptiles? Which group does the turtle belong to?