100 Flowers and How They Got Their Names, by Diana Wells and Ippy Pattersen. Although it's written for adults, teachers and older children should enjoy the stories deltailing the histories, myths, folk beliefs, and etymology of 100 common flowers.
Kids Gardening Resources -- Books
100 Flowers and How They Got Their Names
175 Amazing Nature Experiments
175 Amazing Nature Experiments, by Rosie Harlow and Gareth Morgan. This book covers a wide range of topics: flowers and insects, plants and water, bats, trees, leaves, and the seasons. Lots of fun and informational projects. Ages 9 - 12.
79 Squares
79 Squares, by M.J. Bosse. An 82-year-old ex-convict's garden becomes a way of teaching Eric, a young man on the outs with society, that he has a place in the world. Grade 6 and up. Out of print; widely available via Web searches.
A Child's Garden: Enchanting Outdoor Spaces for Children and Parents
A Child's Garden: Enchanting Outdoor Spaces for Children and Parents, by Molly Dannenmaier. A full-color guide to help parents create natural spaces in the garden where children can freely play and explore. Includes ideas and instructions for 60 easy-to-complete projects. This book is out of print; look for it in your library or via Web searches.
A Drop of Water
A Drop of Water: A Book of Science and Wonder, by Walter Wick Through beautiful photography, this book examines the "crown" created by a water drop splashing into a pool, how many water droplets can fit on the head of a pin, as well as, evaporation, condensation, snowflakes, how clouds form, and more amazing water tricks.
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