Description
Book Synopsis: Did you know that there are plants that eat insects? Plants whose seeds spread in poo? Plants that move when you touch them? And plants that grow on other plants? Plantastic! presents 26 of Australia's most unique and incredible native plants. Discover and identify native plants found in your local park, bushland, or even in your very own backyard.
With its perfect balance of fun facts, activities, adventurous ideas and gorgeous illustrations, Plantastic! will prove just how fantastic Australia's native plants really are!
Features:
- Full of interesting facts about Australian native plants that will get kids excited about the plant world and gently introduce general scientific concepts.
- Provides a Plantastic Activity for each featured species to encourage kids to search for and engage with the plants in their local area.
- Explains traditional Indigenous uses for some plants – including hunting, fishing, building, and medicine.
- Includes common plants with wide distributions so that kids can discover more about their local flora, no matter where they live in Australia.
The bright and beautiful illustrations will help kids easily recognize the plants from this book out in the wild.
Details
Looking to ignite your child's curiosity about the plant world? Look no further than Plantastic!: A to Z of Australian Plants. Packed with fascinating facts and stunning illustrations, this book will take your child on an incredible journey through the unique and diverse native plants of Australia. From carnivorous plants that eat insects to plants that move when you touch them, your child will be captivated by the wonders of nature.
But Plantastic! is more than just a book of facts. It encourages kids to actively engage with their local flora through fun activities and adventurous ideas. Each featured species comes with a Plantastic Activity, inspiring kids to search for and interact with plants in their own backyard or nearby park. This hands-on approach not only sparks excitement but also introduces them to scientific concepts in an accessible and enjoyable way.
What sets Plantastic! apart is its inclusion of traditional Indigenous uses for some plants. Your child will learn about how native plants were used for hunting, fishing, building, and medicine by Indigenous communities. This cultural perspective adds depth to their understanding of Australian plants and fosters respect for Indigenous knowledge.
Whether your child lives in the city or the countryside, Plantastic! caters to all. It features common plants with wide distributions, ensuring that kids from any part of Australia can discover more about their local flora and appreciate its beauty and importance. With its bright and captivating illustrations, your child will easily recognize the plants from this book when they come across them in the wild.
Don't miss out on this nature-filled adventure! Get your copy of Plantastic!: A to Z of Australian Plants today and open up a world of botanical wonders for your child. Click here to order now!
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