growth (plants)

Provides an introduction to the world of plants, including the natural history of plant anatomy and growth.

Learn how plants store food during the winter and carry water up to the leaves through roots and stems.

A seed is like a little package - it has everything that it needs to make a new plant. Learn how tiny seeds can grow into big, leafy foliage.

Discusses cactus, where and how they grow, and the dangers they face in their habitat.

Details the ingenious methods by which plants such as the Venus fly-trap, bladderwort, sundew, butterwort, and pitcher plant can attract and kill insects.

Describes fruits, an essential part of a healthy diet, including where different varieties are grown, why they are healthy for us, and introduces fruits from many countries.

Examines the life cycle of water plants.

How long can it take a plant seed to sprout? What do plants use to make their food? Young readers will discover these facts and more.

Spring rains change Water from a tumbling creek to a roaring river and bring Tree nutrients it needs to stretch toward the sky. As Sun's rays intensify, the sprouts and fruits and insects of the forest grow and bloom and develop, all working together in harmony. Even Fire, whose work causes Tree to ache from the inside, brings opportunity for the next generation of flora and fauna. Paired with the vivid, organic imagery of Dominique Ramsey, Liz Garton Scanlon's poetic tribute to our planet's resilience is a resonant story of life, death, and regeneration.

"Follow the growth of seeds as they sprout, grow buds, and burst into bloom in this poetic celebration of nature for babies and toddlers"--Provided by publisher.