A timeless treasury of more than 100 stories from the incredible kingdom of plants told by
author and nature expert Ben Hoare.Plants are found almost everywhere on Earth but to many
people their lives are a mystery. Learn how seagrass flowers underwater how the Venus flytrap
counts to make sure it catches its prey and why some tulips used to cost more than a house!
This fascinating book for kids explores the vast plant kingdom and explains how plants work as
well as the weird and wonderful relationships they have with animals.Children can discover the
secrets of more than 100 amazing plants in this treasury of fascinating flora as well as the
essentials of plant science including photosynthesis pollination and germination. Each
species is shown with remarkable photography and beautiful illustrations all brought to life
by Ben Hoare's writing filled with charm and infectious enthusiasm. This nature book for
children ages 7+ features:- An eye-catching holographic cover gilded edges and stunning
photography and illustrations making it the perfect gift - A wide range of incredible plants
and trees from all around the world- Illustrated diagrams to support definitions of different
types of plants - Introductory reference pages that explain key topics such as
photosynthesisThis book is a must for any child interested in the natural world and the plants
that grow in it. Plants provide us with food fuel and medicine and without them life as we
know it would not exist. From orchids that grow vanilla pods to leaves that look like stones
and from bamboo that can be made into clothes to moss that soaks up vast amounts of carbon
dioxide plants shape our world in an endless variety of ways.
