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Description
Discover when, how, where, and why fungi grow in this poetic and illuminating nonfiction picture book in the vein of When the Sky Glowsand Animal Architects.
Above ground, below ground, all around, fungi grow. They root and fruit and twist and twine everywhere on earth. Some are edible, some are medicinal, some are even poisonous. Step into this book and discover the amazing array of mushrooms and see how they multiply. Learn how fungi heal and help humans. Explore the incredible underground fungal network that helps forests thrive. And so much more!
Publication date
October 17, 2023
Genre
Fiction
ISBN-13
9781665903653
Publisher
Beach Lane Books
BISAC categories
JUV000000 - Juvenile Fiction | General
Library of Congress categories
Fungi
School Library Journal
Starred Review
K-Gr 4--This vibrantly illustrated picture book sheds a comprehensive light on the often-overlooked mushroom. At first glance, this is a book for younger readers, but each page also features more detailed facts and information about the fascinating fungi world that older elementary students will appreciate as well. The narrative follows the life cycle of a mushroom, starting with a spore and then emphasizing how fungi grow above and below ground, and how they can be helpful but also deadly. The zombie ant fungus is something straight out of a sci-fi horror film! Sudyka's illustrations beautifully match the text and often include words that appear themselves as part of the illustration as the fungi spores, puff, poof, and multiply. The author doesn't shy away from using scientific terminology, such as mycelium, hyphae, and mycologist. Back matter includes a glossary and a list of resources and fun facts. VERDICT A noteworthy addition to all collections and a book that is sure to enthrall young biologists.--Heidi Dechief
Copyright 2023 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
Maria Gianferrari is a community scientist, self-taught naturalist, and bird nerd who holds an M.A. in Creative Writing and a Ph.D. in English. She is the author of many acclaimed picture books, including Be a Tree!, Coyote Moon, and Hello Goodbye Dog. Maria lives in northern Virginia with her scientist husband, artist daughter, and rescue pets.
Maria Gianferrari es una científica comunitaria, naturalista autodidacta y entusiasta de las aves que tiene una maestría en Escritura Creativa y un doctorado en Inglés. Es autora de muchos libros ilustrados aclamados, incluidos ¡Sé un árbol!, Coyote Moon y Hello Goodbye Dog. Maria vive en el norte de Virginia con su esposo científico, su hija artista y sus mascotas rescatadas.
