Green, Jen,

The magic & mystery of trees / written by Jen Green; illustrated by Claire McElfatrick. - 80 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm

Includes index.

What is a tree?
Where in the world?
How trees live
Types of trees
Parts of a tree
Secret roots
Trunk and bark
Leaves
Spring, Summer, Autumn, WInter
Flowers, fruits, and seeds
Flowers
Fruits and seeds
Animal assistants
From seed to tree
Life after death
Tree partners
Living together
Wood wide web
Forest family
Tree senses
Tree defences
Under attack
Incredible trees
Tree habitats
Tree homes
Tropical rainforest
Temperate rainforest
Swamp forest
Snow forest
Extreme survivors
Trees and me
Harvest time
Made from trees
Trees and the planet
Trees at risk
Helping trees
National trees
Glossary and index
Acknowledgements

Provides readers with interesting facts about trees and introduces the concept of forest ecology. Includes glossary. Learn about the amazing natural science of trees in this gorgeously illustrated nature and science book. From the highest branch and leaf down to the complex wood wide web of roots, every part of a tree plays an important role in its own growth and the habitat of the whole forest or woodland. Did you know that trees take care of each other and that the whole forest is connected? The Magic & Mystery of Trees takes children on a fascinating journey of exploration, showing them just how special these mighty organisms are. Discover how they communicate and warn each other of predators, how they nurture their networks, record the past, and anticipate the future to ensure their survival. Learn amazing tree facts, meet extraordinary trees from around the world and learn about the habitats they create. Find out what trees do for us and how to make your community a greener place by planting your very own tree!

Grade School Science


Text in English

9780241355435


Trees--Juvenile literature.
Forest ecology--Juvenile literature.
Trees.
Forest ecology.


Instructional and educational works.
Juvenile works.
Picture books.
Instructional and educational works.
Picture books.

QK475.8 / .G685 2019

582.16 G82 / 2019