"In this wonderful introduction to botany for children, readers will explore what characterises different plants -- from fungi, algae and lichens, to the lily and rose families -- and learn about the parts of each plant and their growth cycle. Written in Charles Kovacs's warm and expressive style, this fascinating and engaging resource for teachers and home schoolers is used in the Steiner-Waldorf curriculum for 10-12 year olds (Class 5-6)." -- back cover