Fungi Grow
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2023

Fungi Grow

Written by Maria Gianferrari · Illustrated by Diana Sudyka

Uncover the hidden world of fungi and their vital role in nature.

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48 pages· ~660L
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Bookroo's summary

Dive into the fascinating world of fungi, where mushrooms root and fruit across the earth. Discover their diverse roles, from healing to harming, and explore the underground networks that sustain forests. What secrets do these mysterious organisms hold, and how do they impact our world? Embark on a journey to uncover the wonders of fungi and their essential contributions to life on Earth.

From the publisher

Discover when, how, where, and why fungi grow in this poetic and illuminating nonfiction picture book in the vein of When the Sky Glows and Animal Architects. Above ground, below ground, all around, fungi grow. They root and fruit and twist and twine everywhere on earth. Some are edible, some are medicinal, some are even poisonous. Step into this book and discover the amazing array of mushrooms and see how they multiply. Learn how fungi heal and help humans. Explore the incredible underground fungal network that helps forests thrive. And so much more!

Awards

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2024)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~660L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.3
F&P level
~P
Publication
Published
October 17, 2023
Publisher
Beach Lane Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781665903653
LCCN
2022046623

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