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The Forest in the Tree: How Fungi Shape the Earth

by Briony Barr, Ailsa Wild, Aviva Reed   |  Ages 8-12
The Forest in the Tree: How Fungi Shape the Earth
The Forest in the Tree: How Fungi Shape the Earth

Symbiotic relationships shaping Earth's biodiversity.

If you're fascinated by the intricate and often unseen connections in nature, "The Forest in the Tree" can offer you a microscopic, yet profound perspective. This book weaves a tale of cooperation and resilience, showing that even in the face of environmental challenges, life finds a way through partnership and mutual support. It's a beautiful blend of science and storytelling that could change the way you see the natural world.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Forest in the Tree: How Fungi Shape the Earth

by Briony Barr, Ailsa Wild, Aviva Reed   |  Ages 8-12
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ISBN: 9781486313310
Authors: Briony Barr, Ailsa Wild, Aviva Reed
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
Date of Publication: 2020-10-20
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Early Readers, Picture Books, Educational
Related Topics: Early Learning, Nature, Science & Nature, Adventure
Goodreads rating: 4.71
(rated by 14 readers)

Description

This is a story about trees and fungi connected through the wood-wide web told by one tiny fungal spore. A little fungus meets a baby cacao tree, and they learn to feed each other. They cooperate with a forest of plants and a metropolis of microbes in the soil. But when drought strikes, can they work together to survive? The fourth book in the Small Friends Books series, this science-adventure story explores the earth-shaping partnerships between plants, fungi, and bacteria.
 

Symbiotic relationships shaping Earth's biodiversity.

If you're fascinated by the intricate and often unseen connections in nature, "The Forest in the Tree" can offer you a microscopic, yet profound perspective. This book weaves a tale of cooperation and resilience, showing that even in the face of environmental challenges, life finds a way through partnership and mutual support. It's a beautiful blend of science and storytelling that could change the way you see the natural world.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.