Plant Pets

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Author(s)

Beatrice Boggs Allen

Co-Authors / Illustrators

Belle Boggs

Publisher

Storey Publishing, LLC

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Release Date

August 27, 2024

ISBN

978-1635867671

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Ten-year-old Beatrice Boggs Allen (along with her mom, Belle Boggs) introduces the 27 easiest and most fascinating houseplants that any kid can grow indoors.

Maybe every kid can't have an animal pet—but everyone can have a plant pet! That's the message of ten-year-old author and houseplant enthusiast Beatrice (Bea) Boggs Allen. In this friendly book written specially for kids, Bea tells all about the easiest, most fun, and affordable plants that can be grown indoors in pots. She shares her first-hand tips on caring for each plant, along with descriptions of each one's unique attributes, from air plants to succulents, terrariums, and even carnivorous plants—the ones that eat insects! The lively pages show up-close photos of each plant, along with funny illustrations that reflect Bea's cheeky voice. Kids ages 7 and up will love Bea's ideas for activities they can do to enjoy these amazing plants and share them with friends and family.

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Fun plant guide with facts, crafts, and activities

August 30, 2024

Overall rating

5.0

Writing Style

5.0

Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)

5.0

Learning Value

5.0

A kid's eye view of how to grow happy and healthy houseplants. This book is so much more than a botanical list, with pictures, illustrations, tips and tricks, and activities ranging from plant tea parties to painting pots. There's also lots of fun facts, including the science of soils and the history of terracotta pots. All bite-sized pieces, of course.

I love the colorful page layout. While it's mostly words, it really doesn't feel like it, because the information is spread out like a visual dictionary. There's plenty of lists and blurbs and catchy headings to catch the attention of anyone skimming or keep ahold of the diligent readers looking at every word.

I'm not sure if the same houseplants are common across different climates, but the plants highlighted here do seem to represent different geographies. There's leafy ferns and the more desert-friendly aloes, and I'm looking forward to applying the plant-care tips to my own little row of succulents.

A great guide for budding plant lovers!