Fungi Grow
by Maria Gianferrari (Author) Diana Sudyka (Illustrator)
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!
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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 lives in northern Virginia with her scientist husband, artist daughter, and rescue pets, Becca the dog and Lucia the rat. She has written several books for Roaring Brook Press, including Bobcat Prowling, Hawk Rising, and Hello Goodbye Dog.
Maris Wicks is a writer and illustrator of science comics, as well as a self-proclaimed gigantic nerd. She has written, drawn, and colored comics for First Second Books, New England Aquarium and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, as well as Spongebob Comics, Marvel Comics, and DC Comics.
