Pollinators & Native Plants for Kids Book

By Jaret C. Daniels

An Introduction to Botany

Learn about the vital connection between plants and pollinators in Pollinators & Native Plants for Kids by professional entomologist Jaret C. Daniels. This illustrated children’s guide introduces readers to the basics of botany and explains how bees, butterflies, and other pollinators help plants reproduce and thrive.

The book explores the importance of native plants and their role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. With over 150 native plants, wildflowers, trees, and shrubs, readers can identify species using full-color photographs and detailed visual descriptions organized by plant type and color. From the common sunflower to the red maple, each plant includes helpful details to recognize it in nature.

Perfect for children and families, this book not only teaches how pollination works but also provides practical ways to help protect pollinators through gardening and conservation activities.

Key Features

• Author: Jaret C. Daniels – Professional entomologist and educator
• Focus: Beginner’s guide to native plants, wildflowers, trees, and shrubs
• Coverage: 150+ native species organized by color and type
• Audience: Kids, parents, educators, and young naturalists
• Learning Focus:
  • Introduction to botany and how pollination works
  • The importance of native plants in healthy ecosystems
  • Step-by-step identification using full-color photos and clear visuals
  • Garden plans and hands-on family activities included

Detailed Description

This children’s field guide combines education and exploration, helping young readers understand the critical role of pollinators in the natural world. It begins with an introduction to plant biology and pollination, explaining the relationship between plants and the insects that help them reproduce.

The second half of the book serves as a field guide, showcasing 150 native plants, wildflowers, shrubs, and trees, each with vivid photographs and identification notes. Garden planning ideas and activities encourage kids to apply what they learn at home by creating pollinator-friendly spaces.

Written in an accessible style and richly illustrated, this book is an excellent starting point for young botanists and anyone interested in protecting the ecosystems that support bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

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