Mud Turtle Town by David Cory (1970)

Name: Mud Turtle Town
Author: David Cory

Mud Turtle Town by David Cory: Plot Summary: The story follows a group of turtles living in a small town built on the back of a giant turtle. The turtles have created their own society, with their own government, economy, and culture. However, as they face challenges from outside forces, such as humans and other predators, they must confront their own limitations and work together to survive. Themes: Community, cooperation, resilience, resourcefulness, adaptability, and the importance of working together to overcome challenges.

By David Cory · First published 1970 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure · 521 words

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THE Mud Turtles were having a fine time on the banks of the Old Duck Pond. What is more fun I should like to know than making mud pies and forts, and these little turtles had been busy for several days until they had built a mud city, with bridges and houses, towers and castles.

Goodness me! It was muddy, and the Farmyard Folk were all complaining, except Ducky Waddles. He just loved mud, and found it great fun waddling over the mud bridges. And if they broke down, he didn't mind a muddy splashing! No, indeed he didn't. So, of course, he and the Mud Turtles were great friends.

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Work type: Short story
Author: David Cory
Date: 1970 CE
Language: English
Genres: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure
Length: 521 words
Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Children's Literature — David Cory is known for his children's literature and most of his works including Mud Turtle Town are targeted at young readers.
Fantasy — The book involves anthropomorphic characters, a common trait in fantasy genre.
Adventure — The storyline consists of the main characters' adventures and journeys.