Plants to the Rescue!
Dr. Vikram Baliga, Neon Squid
Illustrated by Brian Lambert
Synopsis
In the ongoing fight against climate change, plastic pollution, and diseases, scientists are turning to an unlikely ally—Plants to the Rescue!
Everyone knows plants are pretty cool. They create oxygen for us to breathe (fairly essential), provide us with trees to climb, and give us pretty flowers to put in vases. But it turns out that plants can do a whole...
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Children's Book of the Week – "This is a wonderful read with fabulous colorful illustrations. It’s a very educational book, which although aimed at children under 10, will appeal to various ages – especially if you are interested in plants, wildlife and the environment." –The Independent
"This beautifully illustrated book is completely fascinating and full of facts about plants." –Booktrust
"This brilliant book will inspire children to learn more about the fantastic things that plants can do, how scientists are helping plants adapt and how to work with nature, and is highly recommended for teachers, homeschoolers, children and adults. With tips on what we can all do now and into the future to help, this excellent nonfiction guide gives us plenty to be optimistic about." -Children's Books Ireland
"A brilliant botany book for the scientists of the future wanting to fight climate change. Read all about the cool things plants can do, including using trees to make living bridges and glow-in- the-dark plants that might be used to light our homes one day." –Royal Horticultural Society