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Book Review The Secret World of Plants Tales of More Than 100 Remarkable Flowers, Trees, and Seeds (DK Treasures)

by Ben Hoare

Book Details

Publisher:National Geographic Books
Published:2022-10-11
Pages:192
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0744059836

Reading Info

Age Range:10-13

About This Book

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

Our Review

This captivating exploration of the plant kingdom reveals the astonishing secrets of more than 100 botanical wonders, from seagrass that flowers underwater to the mathematical precision of a Venus flytrap's countdown. Author and nature expert Ben Hoare masterfully unravels the mysteries of how plants work, presenting a world where some tulips once held more value than a house and ordinary-seeming flora harbor extraordinary survival strategies. This treasury of plant stories transforms backyards and forests into landscapes of hidden drama, making the science of botany accessible and thrilling for young readers.

What sets this nature book apart is its focus on the weird and wonderful narratives behind each species, blending ecology with captivating storytelling that reads like an adventure. Budding naturalists and curious kids will be drawn to the surprising facts and strange behaviors, while parents will appreciate the authoritative yet engaging tone that fosters a genuine love for the natural world. By delving into the vast plant kingdom with such vivid, concrete detail, this book doesn't just informβ€”it cultivates a lasting sense of wonder for the green world all around us.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction