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$1699
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12
The Secret Garden
A lonely girl discovers a hidden garden with a mysterious key.
352 pages· 80,729 words· Est. 11 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,194,235 ratings
Books About Plants · 893 titles considered
The Best Plants Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about plants? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Plants
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009
Fortune's Magic Farm
A girl inherits a magical farm and must choose between two worlds.
304 pages· 54,880 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 885 ratings
$15.99Save 6%
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1977
Bridge to Terabithia
By Katherine Paterson, Donna Diamond (Illustrator)
A friendship forged in imagination faces a tragic test, altering two worlds forever.
128 pages· 32,911 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 600,665 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017
Ivy
A contest for tidiness clashes with magical chaos at Ivy's grandmother's cottage.
144 pages· 15,601 words· Est. 2 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 537 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
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$379
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1999
Hungry Plants
By Mary Batten, Paul Mirocha (Illustrator)
Discover the deadly allure of carnivorous plants and their captivating traps.
48 pages· 2,112 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 275 ratings
$3.99Save 5%
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$2184
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004
The Way Home
By Andy Runton · Owly series
A lonely owl named Owly befriends a worm and together they have many adventures.
160 pages· 1,332 words· Est. 15 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 7,569 ratings
$22.99Save 5%
Graphic Nov.
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020
Fox & Rabbit
Two friends go on a series of adventures together, starting with a trip to the fair and ending with a successful lemonade stand.
90 pages· 2,433 words· Est. 37 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 804 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
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$674
Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 1978
The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree
Three little bears explore a spooky old tree and encounter various obstacles.
24 pages· 216 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 8,630 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
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$1398
Picture Book · Ages 4–6
Cooking with the Lorax
By Sonali Fry
Discover where food truly comes from with the Lorax's garden adventure.
32 pages· 169 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 53 ratings
$14.99Save 7%
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016
Diana's White House Garden
By Elisa Carbone, Jen Hill (Illustrator)
A young girl living in the White House during World War II wants to do her part to help with the war effort
44 pages· 1,361 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 445 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
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Plants Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about plants for the youngest readers and listeners.
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Fruit Alphabet
Ages 2–5 · 2017
Discover vibrant fruits from A to Z in a delightful journey for little ones.
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$1495
Spring
Ages 3–5 · 2016
Explore spring's wonders through vibrant pop-ups and simple verses.
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$899
How to Grow a Friend
Ages 0–3 · 2013
Discover the secret to growing friendships with patience and care.
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$999
Tap the Magic Tree
Ages 4–8 · 2013
Help a tree transform through the seasons with taps and shakes.
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$1495
One Whole Bunch
Ages 0–4 · 2019
A boy collects flowers for his mother, counting down from 10 to 1.
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Flower Alphabet
Ages 2–4 · 2018
Discover 26 surprising flowers and their secrets in a vibrant alphabet journey.
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$899
Down to the Sea with Mr. Magee
Ages 3–7 · 2000
A playful whale sends Mr. Magee and his dog flying. How will they return to the sea?
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$899
How Do Apples Grow?
Ages 0–3 · 2019
Discover how apples grow from seed to applesauce in this engaging board book.
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$1199
The Secret Garden (BabyLit Classic)
Ages 0–3 · 2015
Discover flowers through The Secret Garden's enchanting quotes.
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$799
Mrs. Peanuckle's Tree Alphabet
Ages 2–4 · 2018
Explore the alphabet through a vibrant journey of 26 unique trees.
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$699
Owl & Friends
Ages 3–5 · 2013
Who plays with squirrels and sings with birds? Discover the answer inside.
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$999
A Little Stuck
Ages 0–3 · 2017
A boy's quest to free his kite leads to hilariously unexpected results as everything gets stuck in a tree.
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Plants Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about plants for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$1899
The Balcony
Ages 4–8 · 2019
A girl's garden transforms her city life and those around her.
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$1899
When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree
Ages 3–8 · 2019
A birthday lemon tree gift leads to unexpected discoveries.
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$1799
Dangerously Ever After
Ages 5–8 · 2012
A daring princess faces unexpected challenges when mysterious seeds grow into something bizarre.
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$1699
Grandpa Green
Ages 5–8 · 2011
A great-grandfather's life story from childhood to old age.
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$899
The Legend of the Poinsettia
Ages 4–8 · 1993
A girl's selfless gift transforms a humble flower into a Christmas legend.
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$1899
The Watermelon Seed
Ages 3–5 · 2013
A crocodile's love for watermelon leads to unexpected consequences.
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$1999
Vernon Is on His Way
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Three friends embark on whimsical adventures, discovering joy in the everyday through waiting, fishing, and gardening.
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$1999
The Night Gardener
Ages 4–8 · 2016
A mysterious gardener transforms a gray town with magical topiaries.
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$1699
The Cow Who Climbed a Tree
Ages 4–8 · 2013
A cow claims to meet a dragon, leading her sisters on a surprising adventure.
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$1799
And Then It's Spring
Ages 4–7 · 2012
A boy plants seeds, waiting for brown to turn green.
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$899
The Gardener
Ages 4–7 · 2007
A girl transforms a gray city with her secret rooftop garden.
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$1899
111 Trees
Ages 5–8 · 2020
A boy transforms his village by planting trees for every girl's birth, challenging tradition and sparking change.
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Plants Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about plants for developing and independent readers.
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$999
Ruby Holler
Ages 8–12 · 2002
Orphaned twins find unexpected adventure and a chance at family in a mysterious place.
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$2495
Roots, Shoots, Buckets & Boots
Ages 4–10 · 1999
Discover the magic of gardening with kids through themed gardens and creative activities.
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$3799
Botanicum
Ages 8–12 · 2016
Explore a virtual museum of plant wonders, from perennials to tropical exotica.
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$1999
The Vanderbeekers and the Hidden Garden
Ages 8–12 · 2018
A family unites to create a healing garden amidst unexpected challenges in Harlem.
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$1799
The 65-Story Treehouse
Ages 6–10 · 2015
Two friends travel through time to get a building permit for their treehouse.
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$1599
Mercy Watson Thinks Like a Pig
Ages 5–9 · 2008
A pig named Mercy gets into trouble when she eats her neighbor's flowers and must be caught by an animal control officer
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$999
Mandy
Ages 8–12 · 1971
An orphan's secret hideaway leads to unexpected friendship and danger.
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$1275
The Enchanted Wood
Ages 8–12 · 2014
Discover magical lands atop the Faraway Tree and embark on thrilling adventures.
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$699
The Pod and the Bog
Ages 7–9 · 2018
A young girl discovers a magical seed pod and embarks on a journey to find its origin and save it from extinction.
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$1799
Violet Mackerel's Pocket Protest
Ages 6–10 · 2013
Two friends launch a tiny protest to save a beloved tree from removal.
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$1295
Macy McMillan and the Rainbow Goddess
Ages 8–12 · 2017
Macy's world shifts as she befriends Iris, an elderly neighbor, amidst family upheaval.
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$799
Hug a Tree, Geronimo
Ages 7–10 · 2018
A farm's oak tree hides legendary secrets. Can they be unlocked?