Books in The Top Secret Life of Plants series

Kids often spot woolly bear caterpillars creeping across the ground in fall, but these furry-looking creatures seem to disappear as quicklyas they pop up. Where do they come from in autumn, and where do theygo? In fact, they live throughout North America all year long. In vividstorytelling style, Laurence Pringle uncovers the secret life of the woollybear caterpillar, following one caterpillar as she feasts, tiny and hidden, inthe tall summer grass; molts and grows; then sets off on the fall journeywhere she's most likely to be seen. Packed with surprising details (did you know that woolly bears can survive freezing temperatures by producinga natural antifreeze?), this book will appeal to every child who's been luck yenough to spy one of these beloved caterpillars—and to anyone who'd like to.

Plants seem like peaceful, inactive organisms, but there's so much going on that people don't immediately notice. In this series, readers explore the confidential happenings of plants under the soil, in the air around plants, and more. Mysterious topics, such as the spread of invasive species and plants that survive wildfires, captivate readers as they also engage with information they're likely to encounter in science class. Nothing is classified in these books, which feature beautiful, full-color photographs to complement the main text and show readers plants that are both familiar and exotic. Features include: Addresses science curriculum topics, including plant life cycles and the process of photosynthesis. Fun fact boxes throughout each book offer more explanation for important science concepts and vocabulary. Examples of each type of plant paired with photographs will encourage future horticulturists to spot plants around them.

Disastrous consequences often follow the introduction of invasive plants species. The invasive species spread, altering habitats, driving out native plants and animals, and reducing biodiversity. But what secret powers do invasive plant species possess that allow them to do this? Readers of this engaging book will learn what invasive species are and discover how they spread across and alter habitats. This intriguing volume is filled with eye-catching photographs, graphics, and facts that support important elementary science concepts.

A delightfully disgusting and scientific look at boogers and how they can get us out of sticky situations!Snot might seem disgusting, but it's actually (s)not! In fact, it defends our bodies and keeps us healthy by trapping viruses and bacteria in its sticky web. Finally giving mucus the recognition it deserves, The Secret Life of Boogers pulls back the curtain and reveals snot as the superhero it really is.Readers both young and old will delight in this snarky look at the science of boogers while they learn about the countless important roles snot plays in our bodies.