Worksheet
Curated OER

Box Turtle Crossword Puzzle

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this box turtle crossword puzzle worksheet, students complete the word puzzle as they select the appropriate words to fill in the blanks in 11 statements regarding box turtles.
Handout
Sheppard Software

Sheppard Software: Box Turtles

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site gives an in-depth description of a box turtle, including its behavior, appearance, and classification. The site includes photos and illustrations and an interactive quiz to test your understanding.
Handout
Other

Tortuga Gazette: Chinese Box Turtle

For Students 9th - 10th
This Web site contains information on the Chinese Box Turtle. Includes a picture.
Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Good Night

For Teachers 1st - 3rd Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about animals that hibernate. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Handout
Encyclopedia of Life

Encyclopedia of Life: Box Turtle

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Box Turtles (Terrapene carolina), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be...