Shopping: Turtle Day Treats

When it comes to spring holidays, you might first think of Easter or May Day or Mother’s Day or Memorial Day. But don’t forget about Turtle Day! This celebration of the most adorable of reptiles takes place on May 23 and we are gearing up with a totally cute assortment of clothes, accessories, toys, and gifts for kids, moms, and dads alike!

Land of Nod Half Shell Turtle Floor Bin
Manage your mess in the cutest way with this wicker bin from Land of Nod! Perfect for storing toys, craft supplies, or event laundry, this cool turtle makes for a great addition to any playroom or nursery. $99, landofnod.com
Kate Spade New York Breath of Fresh Air Turtles Harmony Baby Bag
Just the ticket for the preppy mama in your life, this darling baby bag shines in summery, nautical hues. Featuring an adorable family of sea turtles on the exterior, the bag comes complete with a changing pad and stroller straps inside. $378, katespade.com
GAP Kids Sea Turtle Swim Trunks
Your little dude will be looking oh-so-stylish on the beach this summer in his azure-colored sea turtle swim shorts! These cute shorts have an elastic waist, a mesh brief liner, and offer 40+ UPF sun protection. $19.95, gap.com
Pottery Barn Kids Turtle Printed Daiper Cover
Dress your baby in a fun Turtle Day ensemble, complete with this verdant diaper cover from PB Kids! Perfect for ages 3-6 months or 6-12 months, this diaper cover is made from yarn-dyed pure cotton percale for lasting color. $14.50, potterybarnkids.com
Vineyard Vines Boys Turtle Embroidered D-Ring Belt
Nothing says summer like a cute needlepoint accessory! Perfect for turtle-loving boys or girls, this VV belt is sure to be hit dressed down at sunny-weather play dates as well as dressed up at your next family reunion! $45, vineyardvines.com
Pond Turtle in Resin from the Evolution Store
SoHo's Evolution Store is known for its wild and weird wares--and this preserved turtle specimen is no exception. Your science-happy kiddos will love learning this turtle's scientific name, too: Trachemys scripta elegans! $59, theevolutionstore.com
Holztiger Tortoise from Norman & Jules
Head to Norman & Jules in Brooklyn's family-friendly Park Slope neighborhood to find this sweet little tortoise. Made from solid maple wood and hand-pained with non-toxic dyes, this cutie makes a great gift for ages 3-7+. $12, normanandjules.com
Smathers & Banson Sea Turtle Needlepoint Hat (Navy)
Let dad get in on the Turtle Day fun with this cool cap! The navy color is a versatile pick for summertime, while the jaunty needlepoint turtle emblem provides the perfect dash of fun! $35, smathersandbranson.com
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 12 Inch Shell Backpack from Toys "R" Us
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are a cartoon franchise that has really stood the test of time: Case in point, your TMNT-loving little ones will certainly flip for this cool backpack. Gift it as an early back-to-school pick, or as an accessory for summer family travel. $12.99, toysrus.com
Alkemie Turtle Shell Ring from the AMNH Shop
This cool ring is made from 100 percent reclaimed metal and is meant to evoke the ancient meaning of the turtle as a symbol for Mother Earth! Scoop one up for the groovy mom in your by stopping by the gift shop at the American Museum of Natural History. $179.99, shop.amnh.org