Get an up close look at the bits and pieces of plant parts, from the tip of the root to the edge of a leaf, and everything in between. A True Book: Incredible Plants series introduces young investigative readers to many types of unusual and typical plants from photosynthesis, how they grow, and ways they survive in extreme environments. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study. This book offers answers on why plants are the way they are, whether it's color, shape, size, or scent.