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Books in Top Secret Life of Plants series

  • The Top Secret Life of Plants

    Various

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 15, 2019)
    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.
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  • Plant Habitats

    Richard Spilsbury, Louise Spilsbury

    Library Binding
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  • The Secret Life of Pets 2

    Stephane Lapuss, Goum

    Paperback (Titan Comics, )
    Based on acclaimed, and much loved animated movie franchise The Secret Life of Pets that sees the second movie open this June, and which is already tipped to be one of this year's biggest box-office successes. Learn what your pets really get up to when you're not at home!Continuing the all-new, hilarious series, The Secret Life of Pets. This new comic based on the 2019 sequel to the 2016, Illumination and Universal's The Secret Life of Pets movie, sees the continued adventures of everyone's favourite pets set out on an all-new adventure and introduces new characters including one voice by Harrison Ford (the first time the legendary actor has ever voiced an animated film). The original film grossed over $875 million at the box office and was nominated for 14 awards including "Best Animated Motion Picture" at the Producers Guild of America Awards 2017. In Titan Comics' new The Secret Life of Pets series, written by Minions comic writer Stéphane Lapuss', featuring art from Goum (Marsupilami), hilarious animal anarchy is unleashed and side-splitting antics ensue as the pampered pets embark on an all-new adventure with some all-new friends.
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  • Plant Habitats

    Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury

    Paperback (Heinemann Library, Aug. 7, 2008)
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  • Plants That Grow Without Soil

    Janey Levy

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 15, 2019)
    Explains how plants that are not connected to the soil, derives its moisture and nutrients from other sources, such as fog, air, rain, and mist.
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  • Meat-eating Plants

    Sarah Machajewski

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 15, 2019)
    The secret is out! Plants are some of the wild kingdom's fiercest predators. Young plant lovers will delight in learning all about carnivorous plants. Through engaging language and high impact photographs, this book covers predatory plants' life cycles, where in the world they're found, and the secretive methods they use to catch their prey. By the end of this book, readers will know to think twice about unsuspecting plants, and be inspired to investigate all kinds of plant secrets.
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  • Plant Parts

    Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury

    Paperback (Heinemann Library, Aug. 7, 2008)
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  • Plant Reproduction

    Richard Spilsbury

    Library Binding
    None
  • Plant Habitats

    Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury

    Hardcover (Heinemann Library, Aug. 7, 2008)
    None
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  • Plant Products

    Richard Spilsbury, Louise Spilsbury

    Library Binding
    None
  • Plant Growth

    Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury

    Hardcover (Heinemann Library, Aug. 7, 2008)
    None
  • How Plants Survive Wildfires

    Kate Mikoley

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 15, 2019)
    Plants have many amazing abilities that aren't always immediately apparent. Wildfires are known for destroying land, but some plant species are able to withstand them, and often even thrive because of them! In this captivating book, readers explore the extraordinary ways plants can survive the harsh conditions that come with fire. Informative text and eye-catching photographs help readers understand important concepts, such as adaptation. This high-interest volume reinforces key elementary science curricula, making for an excellent addition to any library.
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