About This Book
Green: The Story of Plant Life on Our Planet offers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to botany and environmental science for young readers. It delves into the evolution of the first plants, the intricate workings of trees and leaves, and the significant role plants play in Earth's history, including their connection to fossil fuels and their critical function in addressing climate change. This book goes beyond basic photosynthesis, providing a rich, accessible narrative that sparks curiosity about the natural world and our planet's future.
"Covering the evolution of the first plants billions of years ago, the secret, microscopic workings of trees and leaves today, and the role of plants in both creating fossil fuels and combating climate change, this book is a[n] ... introduction to the science of plants that goes well beyond photosynthesis"--
Discussion Prompts
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What was the most surprising thing you learned about plants from this book?
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How do plants help our planet, and what can we do to help plants?
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Imagine a world without plants. What would it be like?
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The book talks about how plants evolved over billions of years. What does 'evolution' mean?
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What is climate change, and how do plants play a role in it?
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