National Geographic Readers: Seed to Plant

"Through a fun and simple lens that’s perfect for the new, curious reader, this title celebrates a plant’s special place in the world." --Booklist

Kids see plants, flowers, and trees around them every day. In this lively and educational reader, they'll learn how those plants grow. Kids will take this magical journey from seed pollination to plant growth, learning about what plants need to thrive and grow with the same careful text, brilliant photographs, and the fun approach National Geographic Readers are known for.

A plant is a living thing . . . that grows and changes, just like you. Beginning with its opening line, this National Geographic Readers title will spark kids’ curiosity. From interactive dialogue (How many plants did you eat today?), to basic diagrams, to plant jokes and Buzzword word banks that are included on the photographed pages, the text keeps readers engaged and asking questions. Tightly organized, the text also builds on itself, with introductory information about plants and how they affect other organisms to concluding opportunities for applying the information with the appended directions on how to grow a bean plant, as well as quizzes to test new knowledge. Through a fun and simple lens that is perfect for the new, curious reader, this title celebrates a plant’s special place in the world. Preschool-Grade 1. --Annie Miller

KRISTIN BAIRD RATTINI has entertained and educated adults and children alike for the past 20 years with engaging books and magazine articles. She has written for National Geographic, National Geographic Kids, People, Family Circle, American Way, Midwest Living, and dozens of other publications.