Tilly Finds Turtlegrass

By Deborah Humes

Dive into the crystal-clear waters around Sampson Cay, The Bahamas, and join Tilly the Turtle on a heartwarming underwater adventure. From swaying seagrass meadows to coral reefs teeming with life, Tilly explores the vibrant world beneath the waves and discovers how every creature plays a special part in keeping the ocean healthy.

Told in gentle rhyme and brought to life through bright, detailed illustrations, Tilly the Turtle celebrates the breathtaking beauty of the Exumas while inspiring young readers to care for the natural world around them. Along her journey, Tilly meets fascinating ocean friends, like Cora the Queen Conch, who teaches her something new about community, balance, and respect for nature.

Perfect for storytime, classrooms, or family reading, this uplifting tale introduces key ecological ideas in a way that children can understand and enjoy. Themes of friendship, environmental stewardship, and wonder weave through every page, encouraging curiosity about the ocean and a sense of responsibility for its protection.

Set in one of the most stunning marine environments on Earth, Tilly the Turtle reminds readers that even small actions can make big waves in caring for our planet. The first book in a planned series, it invites children and adults alike to imagine where Tilly's next adventure might take her--and how we can all be heroes for the sea.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9769767506
• ISBN13: 9789769767508
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: BookBaby
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.2" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 2 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7