Author: Ellen Lawrence
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1617726273
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Some plants have glossy green leaves. Some have colorful flowers. Some plants have long, sharp spikes. Amazing to look at and painful to touch, cacti and other prickly plants are always a favorite with young children. This book explores how many plants use thorns or spikes to defend themselves from animals that want to eat them. When it comes to cacti, the spines of these plants are actually long, thin leaves that have adapted to keep the plants from losing water in the dry, desert environments where they live. Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful, fact-filled volume gives readers a chance not only to learn, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. From dramatic images to high-interest facts, this book makes learning about plant bodies, defenses, and adaptations a lively and engaging experience.
Prickly Plants
Author: Ellen Lawrence
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1617726273
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Some plants have glossy green leaves. Some have colorful flowers. Some plants have long, sharp spikes. Amazing to look at and painful to touch, cacti and other prickly plants are always a favorite with young children. This book explores how many plants use thorns or spikes to defend themselves from animals that want to eat them. When it comes to cacti, the spines of these plants are actually long, thin leaves that have adapted to keep the plants from losing water in the dry, desert environments where they live. Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful, fact-filled volume gives readers a chance not only to learn, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. From dramatic images to high-interest facts, this book makes learning about plant bodies, defenses, and adaptations a lively and engaging experience.
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1617726273
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Some plants have glossy green leaves. Some have colorful flowers. Some plants have long, sharp spikes. Amazing to look at and painful to touch, cacti and other prickly plants are always a favorite with young children. This book explores how many plants use thorns or spikes to defend themselves from animals that want to eat them. When it comes to cacti, the spines of these plants are actually long, thin leaves that have adapted to keep the plants from losing water in the dry, desert environments where they live. Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful, fact-filled volume gives readers a chance not only to learn, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. From dramatic images to high-interest facts, this book makes learning about plant bodies, defenses, and adaptations a lively and engaging experience.
Prickly Plants
Author: Margee Gould
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1448849918
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Profiles four of the world's prickliest plants, explaining how prickliness works as a defense and what people should do if they have an unfortunate encounter with one of these stingers.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1448849918
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Profiles four of the world's prickliest plants, explaining how prickliness works as a defense and what people should do if they have an unfortunate encounter with one of these stingers.
Prickly Plants
Author: Mari Schuh
Publisher: Plant Power
ISBN: 9781624968891
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Prickly Plants introduces readers to plants around the world that use thorns, prickles, spines, and bristles to defend themselves.
Publisher: Plant Power
ISBN: 9781624968891
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Prickly Plants introduces readers to plants around the world that use thorns, prickles, spines, and bristles to defend themselves.
The Humane Gardener
Author: Nancy Lawson
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1616896175
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1616896175
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Plants with Thorns, Spines, and Prickles
Author: Beatrice Loukopoulos
Publisher: PowerKids Press
ISBN: 1538344815
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Thorny, spiny, and prickly plants can be found in many places throughout the world. These adaptations help keep the plants safe. As a consequence, some of these plants can hurt animals and humans. Many of these plants contain toxins that give people rashes. Others contain toxins that are strong enough to kill animals and humans. Readers will learn the difference between thorns, spines, and prickles and how these plant structures are beneficial adaptations. Full-color photographs aid readers in identifying and understanding the anatomy of these plants.
Publisher: PowerKids Press
ISBN: 1538344815
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Thorny, spiny, and prickly plants can be found in many places throughout the world. These adaptations help keep the plants safe. As a consequence, some of these plants can hurt animals and humans. Many of these plants contain toxins that give people rashes. Others contain toxins that are strong enough to kill animals and humans. Readers will learn the difference between thorns, spines, and prickles and how these plant structures are beneficial adaptations. Full-color photographs aid readers in identifying and understanding the anatomy of these plants.
Field Guide to Edible Wild Plants
Author: Bradford Angier
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811720182
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Over 100 colour illustrations make identification simple and certain. Where to find the plants and easy recipes for enjoying the fruits of your foraging. Each entry includes: Family; Other Names; Description; Distribution; Edibility. Wild foods are listed in alphabetical order.
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811720182
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Over 100 colour illustrations make identification simple and certain. Where to find the plants and easy recipes for enjoying the fruits of your foraging. Each entry includes: Family; Other Names; Description; Distribution; Edibility. Wild foods are listed in alphabetical order.
Top 100 Exotic Food Plants
Author: Ernest Small
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1040158277
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1025
Book Description
Many edible plants considered exotic in the Western world are actually quite mainstream in other cultures. While some of these plants are only encountered in ethnic food markets or during travels to foreign lands, many are now finding their way onto supermarket shelves. Top 100 Exotic Food Plants provides comprehensive coverage of tropical and semi
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1040158277
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1025
Book Description
Many edible plants considered exotic in the Western world are actually quite mainstream in other cultures. While some of these plants are only encountered in ethnic food markets or during travels to foreign lands, many are now finding their way onto supermarket shelves. Top 100 Exotic Food Plants provides comprehensive coverage of tropical and semi
An Encyclopædia of Plants
Author: John Claudius Loudon
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 1196
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 1196
Book Description
Some Kentucky Weeds and Poisonous Plants
Author: Harrison Garman
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Livestock poisoning plants
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Livestock poisoning plants
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
British Plants
Author: James Frederick Bevis
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description