Plants and trees

In this innovative and colorful work of early nonfiction from Caldecott Honor–winning author Lois Ehlert, little ones are introduced to facts about trees.Ehlert blends bold graphics, vibrant colors, and precise details in her watercolor collage...

A glorious celebration of wildflowers around the world. Wildflowers are not only beautiful, they are of vital importance in providing food for bees and other pollinators. And they are found everywhere - in meadows, woodlands, jungles, mountains,...

A colouring book for very young children full of autumn leaves, bugs and animals. From foxes and hedgehogs to acorns and leaves, little children will love the autumnal illustrations in this first colouring book. With clear, bold outlines and large areas...

Introduces children to the world of trees, and how important they are. Find out about different kinds of trees around the world, from mangroves and palms to monkey puzzles and oaks. Take a close look at their leaves, seeds and fruits and discover the...

Beatrice dreams of becoming a tree. She grows roots and leaves, and she stretches her branches toward the sky. From Joyce Hesselberth, the award-winning creator of Mapping Sam and Pitter Pattern, Beatrice Was a Tree introduces young readers to...

How does a flower grow from a seed? Why do bees visit flowers? Which flower is bigger than the wheel on a truck? In this book, you'll find the answers and lots more about all kinds of seeds and flowers and how they grow. With simple text and beautiful...

A collection of amazing facts exploring the wonderful world of dinosaurs. You'll never guess where Tyrannosaurus rexes lived, what a Spinosaurus could do with its nose, why the head of a Parasaurolophus was like a trombone or how very heavy dinosaurs...

Meet the coolest creepy crawlies on the planet! Discovering Bugs features an in-your-face look at more than fifty fascinating insects—as if through a magnifying glass!Zoom in on the coolest bugs in the world, crawling the forest floor...

“I’m the Cat in the Hat, and we’re off to have fun. We’ll visit the planets, the stars and the sun!” And so Dr. Seuss’ famous Cat in the Hat whisks young readers off on a fun-filled tour of the solar system. This title and others form part of a series...

'Hello! I'm Costa, and welcome to my garden. Let's discover the joy of nature together.' Flowers are the part of a plant that smiles. Flowers make us smile too!And there are so many different kinds of flowers – all the colours of the rainbow.Join...

An illustrated flap book that takes readers on a journey along the Amazon River and deep into the world's largest rainforest. Set off on a journey along the world's largest river, and go deep into the planet's largest rainforest. Turn the pages and lift...

Just add water to bring affectionate animals and beautiful blossoms to life. Lose yourself in an enchanting world of love and friendship perfect for Valentine's Day, as magical animals distribute love-tokens and frolic in fields of flowers. Use the...

“The T. Rex was strong, with teeth sharp as knives. When most dinos saw him, they ran for their lives!” And so Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat introduces young readers to the fiercest of all the many extinct reptiles featured in this exciting exploration of...

Have you ever wanted to find fairies in the garden, meet a unicorn, ride a dragon or share a picnic with a mermaid? Just because you've never seen these magical creatures doesn't mean they don't exist! The Wild Things of stories and the imagination are...

Enjoy the wonders of nature in a book that’s indestructible!   Look up at the BIG BLUE sky. SPLISH in the water just like a fish. Take a walk and STRETCH like tall, tall trees.   Indestructibles is the trusted series for easing little ones...

Discover the joy of the seasons in a book that’s indestructible!   Snowflakes on baby’s tongue––so cold! Fireflies on a summer night––so pretty! Look at all the fall leaves––let’s make a pile and play!   Indestructibles is the trusted...

Douglas Florian explores the arboreal world with his signature wit and whimsy in this tree-mendous picture book poetry collection featuring a dynamic vertical format that illustrates the incredible heights and shapes of the trees.Seeds are sprouting,...

A Junior Library Guild SelectionDiscover the tiny, fascinating world of nurse logs in this first book in an illuminating picture book series that explores how even the smallest habitats play big roles in nature.Once there stood a giant fir tree that...

Discover how a tree’s wounds and decay bring new life to the forest ecosystem in this lyrical nonfiction picture book for fans of Because of an Acorn and A Stone Sat Still.When a tree falls, is its story over?There are many ways a tree’s story could end:...

Discover when, how, where, and why fungi grow in this poetic and illuminating nonfiction picture book in the vein of When the Sky Glows and Animal Architects.Above ground, below ground, all around, fungi grow. They root and fruit and twist and twine...

Turn the page to make jaguars leap, crocodiles snap, eels slither, and   the m  a  jesty and   beauty of the rainforest come to life in this intricate pop-up book from New York Times bestselling author and master ...

A fee-fi-fo-festive treat for Supertato fans this Christmas - an unmissable adventure in this super bestselling series! As seen on TV!It's showtime in the supermarket as Supertato and the veggies put on their very own production of Jack and the...

With Little Seed as your guide, come discover the interconnected world of trees, animals, and fungi in this informative, fun-filled illustrated book for kids.Journey into the heart of the forest to explore its enchanting ecosystem, with our fun and...

Age range 4 to 8An adorable, STEM-themed picture book for kids 4 to 8 that reveals the wisdom mushrooms have to teach us.Mushrooms always wear their thinking caps. They know so many things. This vibrant and informative book shares the fascinating lessons...

A visually captivating botanical guide that features exquisite illustrations and intriguing insights into the world of common flowers and plants.Discover the beauty and significance of 21 common meadow and garden plants through breathtaking full-page...

Age range 6 to 9A comprehensive guidebook for kids on proper houseplant care, featuring bold illustrations and engaging infographics.Houseplants can add a touch of green to any living space, and caring for them can be a relaxing and rewarding hobby. For...

A middle-grade and family-friendly introduction to the enchanting world of seaweed.Young readers will be delighted to learn about the wonderful, watery world of seaweed, where emerald-green kelp forests grow as tall as trees and rainbow seaweeds shimmer...

Age range 4 to 7This cute little book with flaps tells a story of a group of plants that are being moved to a new flower shop.In this brightly illustrated book the basics of plant communication are being introduced to little kids using a simple narrative...

Age range 6+Indulge in the captivating world of colours! Dive into the world of the diverse shapes and patterns that are hiding everywhere in nature.Nature and colours again? Why not! You'd be surprised how often the same shapes and patterns are repeated...

Age range 6 to 9 Get to know the plants of the forest with Hansel and Gretel on their exciting way to the gingerbread house and back in this mix of encyclopedia and fairy tale! Not far from a deep forest there lived mom, dad and their two children -...

Did you know that beaver ponds provide habitat for hundreds if not thousands of life forms?Using their extremely strong teeth, beavers chop down trees to build a dam. The dam creates a pond that is habitat for everything from algae to giant moose. After...

Living for more than five thousand years, ancient bristlecone pines are the oldest trees on Earth. Interweaving lovely, meticulously drawn pictures with a story line that spans 5,000 years, Alexandra Siy invites young naturalists to explore the secrets...

Age range 6 to 9Learn how to classify various plants from big-sized illustrations!This planet of ours is teeming with vast numbers of plants, from small flowers to giant trees. And there are fungi and lichens too. With this encyclopedia, you will get to...

In the garden ecosystem, a flower means many things to each bird, insect, and creature.What does a flower do? They may not seem active to human eyes, but for the creatures of the garden they dust a bumblebee, shade a frog, feed a hummingbird, and serve...

The Arctic is not a barren, frigid landscape filled with only ice and snow. It is a complex ecosystem that contains many thriving habitats, each supported by dozens of ecological relationships between plants and animals.From the many animals that live...

Age range 6 to 12Discover nature's secret world with this amazing collection of X-ray photographs of animals and plants!Using incredible X-ray techniques, Inside In displays creatures and their natural habitats in a never-before-seen way. Kids will learn...

Age range 9 to 12From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees and The Inner Life of Animals comes a book for kids about animals at home and around the world.Get ready to become an animal expert! Have you ever wondered...Are...

A wonder-filled picture book inspired by the science of trees.translates scientific knowledge about the kinship structures of the forest into a beautiful and affirming story about how trees nurture the young. Discover all the ways in which a mother tree...

Age range 0 to 3 In this delightful board book, explore words of the world and learn the names of a variety of colourful plants in the six most widely spoken languages.Curious minds will love the playful, brightly coloured collages and multilingual...

Age range 7 to 9Fungi are everywhere!They live in the coldest corner of Antarctica and on hot, sandy desert dunes. They're in the air you breathe and the food you eat. But fungi are more than pizza toppings.They form partnerships with plants and help us...

Age range 5 to 9Discover the joys of growing plants everywhere from your kitchen to your bedroom withMy First Indoor Garden,an interactive and illustrated guide for the youngest of gardeners.This book teaches you everything you need to know to succeed in...

The rainforest ranks with dinosaurs as an enduring source of fascination for children, but has the advantage of still being around to be experienced - at least for now. In 42 color photographs, The Secrets of Tropical Rainforests introduces readers to...

Lyrical words and elegant woodcuts capture the quiet beauty of the forest as day fades to night and autumn gives way to the North Woods winter. While we are tucked in, snug in warm blankets as we listen to bedtime stories, the woods around us...

In a picture book for all ages, lyrical language and elegant woodcuts celebrate the waking natural world on a North Woods islandWake up, little one, a soft voice beckons, the world around you is already stirring. As Wake Up, Island gently rouses the...

We depend on trees for our survival, yet few of us understand just how fascinating these beings really are.  With a foreword by the world-renowned anthropologist Jane Goodall, Tree Beings is an adventure through the secret world of trees. Challenging...

From salads to main dishes, edible weeds are delicious! Find out how to identify them, where and when to find them, and how to cook them. Ever thought weeds were just pesky plants to pull out and throw away? Think again! This informative, funny, and...

A lyrical picture book with gorgeous graphic illustrations that pays tribute to the beauty and importance of the trees all around us. Trees change through the seasons Ð springing to life, bearing fruit and losing their leaves. They clean the air we...

What does a venus fly trap eat? How strong is a giant water lily? Does a cactus flower? The newest addition to Yuval Zommer's bestselling series answers these questions and more as it introduces young children to all kinds of colourful, carnivorous,...