The Last Spotted Turtle is a children's story about a kind old man named Henry and his beloved spotted turtle, Ernie. The story follows Henry and Ernie as they enjoy their lives together, and as Henry teaches the children who visit them how to care for Ernie. When Henry tells the children that Ernie is the last Spotted Turtle on Earth, they are determined to make the rest of his life special. They build him a wonderful home, filled with beautiful plants, delicious food, and plenty of sunshine. They also open the windows and invite the birds and butterflies to nest in the trees, so that Ernie will never feel bored or lonely. When Henry sees what the children have done, he is so pleased that he has a second secret to share with them: he tells them that they are all just like Ernie, because there is only one of each of them. He tells them that they must give special care to each other and themselves, just as they have cared for Ernie. The children listen to Henry, and they know what he said is true. From that moment on, they always look after each other with kindness and love. In time, Henry passes away, but the children continue to care for Ernie. They also take good care of each other, too.