Why do trees grow so tall? Are tomato plants really carnivorous? And why do mushrooms appear in rings?

This exciting and eye-opening full-color hardback takes young readers on a journey of discovery through the kingdoms of plants and fungi. The chapters are divided by continent with annotated maps, demonstrating the extraordinary variety of our planet's life and showcasing many fascinating species that will be unfamiliar to most people.

Includes:
• Plants of the world
• Plants under threat
• How plants help people
• How to help plants and the planet
• Glossary of key terms

Brimming over with beautiful illustrations, this volume presents a wonderful opportunity to discover lesser known lifeforms from all over the world, and to see familiar plants and fungi in a whole new light.

Ideal for nature-loving kids aged 8+.

Why do trees grow so tall? Are tomato plants really carnivorous? And why do mushrooms appear in rings?

This exciting and eye-opening full-color hardback takes young readers on a journey of discovery through the kingdoms of plants and fungi. The chapters are divided by continent with annotated maps, demonstrating the extraordinary variety of our planet's life and showcasing many fascinating species that will be unfamiliar to most people.

Includes:
• Plants of the world
• Plants under threat
• How plants help people
• How to help plants and the planet
• Glossary of key terms

Brimming over with beautiful illustrations, this volume presents a wonderful opportunity to discover lesser known lifeforms from all over the world, and to see familiar plants and fungi in a whole new light.

Ideal for nature-loving kids aged 8+.

Why do trees grow so tall? Are tomato plants really carnivorous? And why do mushrooms appear in rings?

This exciting and eye-opening full-color hardback takes young readers on a journey of discovery through the kingdoms of plants and fungi. The chapters are divided by continent with annotated maps, demonstrating the extraordinary variety of our planet's life and showcasing many fascinating species that will be unfamiliar to most people.

Includes:
• Plants of the world
• Plants under threat
• How plants help people
• How to help plants and the planet
• Glossary of key terms

Brimming over with beautiful illustrations, this volume presents a wonderful opportunity to discover lesser known lifeforms from all over the world, and to see familiar plants and fungi in a whole new light.

Ideal for nature-loving kids aged 8+.