Gr 1–3—Though Ransom only mentions bees as pollinating agents, her introductions to flower functions and parts (which include glances at roots and stems as well) really stand alone as broad overviews. Still, Boothroyd's volumes do cover their limited topics in an inviting, systematic way. Each slim volume offers a bright, close-up nature photo on every page and one or two simple descriptive sentences. Frequent labels provide geographical information, flower names, or an additional fact.
Insect Pollinators identifies six types of insects that transfer pollen,
Animal Pollinators identifies eight other creatures—including humans—and
Cross Pollination includes a reference to wind so that no pollen vector goes unmentioned.
Self-Pollination clearly explains the value of this seed-making strategy and presents six common plants—from tomatoes to dandelions—that rely upon it. Each volume closes with a glossary and a rudimentary index.
VERDICT Suitable additions for those looking for material on plants or flowers.
For seeds to grow, pollen needs to reach a flower's carpel. In
simple language (with potentially difficult words in bold print),
this series teaches early readers about the various ways this
happens; information is often repeated from book to book. Close-up
photos (inconsistently labeled and captioned) of flower structures
and yellow pollen dust on fuzzy bees and bats help readers
visualize the process. Glos., ind. Review covers the following
First Step Nonfiction: Pollination titles: Animal
Pollinators, Cross-Pollination, Insect
Pollinators, Self-Pollination, and Parts of a
Flower.
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