Laughing Flowers and Blooming Animals

Laughing Flowers and Blooming Animals
Author: Al Allaway
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2009-03-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0557041953

Of all the species of plants and animals on this planet, consider the odds of finding same-name flowers and animals for every letter of the English alphabet. This idea first rooted forty years earlier when Al Allaway was photographing wildflowers for the Oregon Native Plant Society. Author of twelve other books, Al faced the challenge of this first children's book. It is a great learning tool for beginning readers, promoting the love of Nature and the great outdoors. It shows God's great creation everywhere. By coupling the flowers and animals together with rhyming riddles, Al says the blossom was finally pollinated when color illustrations became available.

Bloom

Bloom
Author: Anne Booth
Publisher: Tiny Owl Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781910328446

Featured in The Guardian as one of the best picture books, and in The Sunday Times as children's book of the week. There was once a beautiful flower and a little girl who loved it. She talked to it every morning on her way to school. The owner of the flower shouted at her. The next day, the flower did not open. The angry man didn't understand. He tried watering it. He tried giving it shade and he tried talking to it. He told it how wonderful he was, how important his job was and how lonely he felt. But it still refused to open. So, he asked the little girl. "Why don't you tell it how wonderful it is and how much you love it?" she said. As he did so, his own heart filled with love. And the flower bloomed.

My Butterfly Bouquet

My Butterfly Bouquet
Author: Nicola Davies
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 39
Release: 2020-04-02
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1526361302

With breathtaking illustrations and a touching story, this dazzling picture book introduces young readers to one of nature's most magnificent and essential insects: the butterfly. See how a little girl recovering from poor health finds wonder in nature and delights in planting a garden with her father to attract a fascinating array of butterflies. Exploring the life stages of butterflies, their importance to our ecosystems and the revitalising power of nature, this book is a heart-warming information story for children who love the outdoors and all its incredible creatures. At the back of the book, discover tips on how to create your own wildlife garden to attract betterflies!

The Humane Gardener

The Humane Gardener
Author: Nancy Lawson
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2017-04-18
Genre:
ISBN: 1616896175

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.

When Huai Flowers Bloom

When Huai Flowers Bloom
Author: Shu Jiang Lu
Publisher: State University of New York Press
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2012-02-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 0791479412

Set against China's turbulent years between the early 1960s and the late 1970s, When Huai Flowers Bloom is the literary memoir of a young girl who manages to sustain love, imagination, and strength during this most chaotic time. With twelve separate yet interconnected stories, Shu Jiang Lu alternates between storyteller and listener as she relays haunting memories and explores the devastating effect of Mao's anticultural Cultural Revolution. Lu weaves together the voices of multiple real and fantastic characters: her parents and their treasured yet forbidden bookcase; the mysterious vendors beckoning from Pear Flower Alley; the immortal martial hero; the reactionary opera singer and the black demon novelist; the whispering ghost and dancing fairy; and the author herself, discovering her storyteller's voice in the military camps of her youth. When Huai Flowers Bloom is a poignant, persistent journey toward voice and freedom.

Florapedia

Florapedia
Author: Carol Gracie
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2021-04-06
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0691217548

A delightful illustrated treasury of botanical facts and fancy Florapedia is an eclectic A–Z compendium of botanical lore. With more than 100 enticing entries—on topics ranging from achlorophyllous plants that use a fungus as an intermediary to obtain nutrients from other plants to zygomorphic flowers that admit only the most select pollinators—this collection is a captivating journey into the realm of botany. Writing in her incomparably engaging style, Carol Gracie discusses remarkable plants from around the globe, botanical art and artists, early botanical explorers, ethnobotanical uses of plants, botanical classification and terminology, the role of plants in history, and more. She shares illuminating facts about van Gogh's sunflowers and reveals how a hallucinogenic weed left its enduring mark on the early history of the Jamestown colony. Gracie describes the travels of John and William Bartram—father and son botanists and explorers who roamed widely in early America in search of plants—and delves into the miniature ecosystems entangled in Spanish moss. The book's convenient size allows for it to be tucked into a pocket or bag, making it the perfect companion on your own travels. With charming drawings by Amy Jean Porter, Florapedia is the ideal gift book for the plant enthusiast in your life and a rare pleasure for anyone interested in botanical art, history, medicine, or exploration. Features a real cloth cover with an elaborate foil-stamped design

Flower Talk

Flower Talk
Author: Sara Levine
Publisher: Millbrook Press ™
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2019-03-05
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1541552180

Pssssst! Did you know plants can talk? It’s true! Plants use the colors of their flowers to communicate with animals. But why animals? Because they help plants make seeds by moving pollen from one flower to another. Learn the secrets of flower talk from a narrator with an inside scoop! This new book from Sara Levine features a cantankerous talking cactus as a narrator, revealing to readers the significance of different colors of flowers in terms of which pollinators (bees, bats, birds, etc.) different colors "talk" to. A fun nonfiction presentation of science info that may be new to many kids—and adults! "[A] marvelous amalgamation of funny and serious."—A Fuse #8 Production

Milo's Flower Hunt

Milo's Flower Hunt
Author: Meika Welds
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-02-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9789769728622

Embark on a whimsical journey with Milo, the gardening cat, in "Milo's Flower Hunt"! Milo's love for gardening takes a surprising turn when his favorite flowers mysteriously disappear. Determined to recover them, Milo sets out on a vibrant adventure that young readers will cherish. As Milo navigates the enchanting landscape, children will delight in identifying various animals he encounters along the way. From cheerful birds to sleepy rabbits, each character adds a splash of color and personality to Milo's captivating quest. What makes "Milo's Flower Hunt" truly special is its charming illustrations that leap off the pages, capturing the imagination of young minds. The delightful colors and expressive characters create a visual feast that young readers will eagerly devour. Milo's perseverance and positive spirit serve as a heartwarming lesson for children, teaching them the value of determination and never giving up, even when faced with unexpected challenges. This delightful picture book not only entertains but also fosters a love for nature, friendship, and the joy of discovery. Join Milo on an adventure that will leave your little ones giggling, learning, and yearning for their very own flower-filled escapade. "Milo's Flower Hunt" is a treasure trove of laughter, life lessons, and the boundless magic that blooms when you follow your heart.

J-Boys

J-Boys
Author: Shogo Oketani
Publisher: Stone Bridge Press
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2011-07-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1933330929

In mid-1960s Tokyo, Japan, where the aftereffects of World War II are still felt, eight-year-old Kazuo lives an ordinary life, watching American television shows, listening to British rock music, and dreaming of one day seeing the world.