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The Forest in the Tree

How Fungi Shape the Earth
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The Forest in the Tree is a captivating children's book that explores the intricate ecosystem within a tree. Through a blend of storytelling and science, young readers are taken on a journey to discover the micro-worlds where tiny organisms and vibrant biodiversity thrive. This engaging tale not only entertains but also educates about the interconnectedness of nature, making it a wonderful tool for sparking curiosity about the environment.
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Format: Hardback
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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the wonders of nature and the interconnectedness of life. It beautifully blends storytelling, science, and art, perfect for curious minds eager to learn about ecosystems and the magic found in the natural world.

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The Forest in the Tree

The story of a little fungus and a baby cacao tree who work together to survive drought.

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This is a story about trees and fungi connected through a ‘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. Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 8-12.

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The Forest in the Tree is praised for its stunning illustrations and clear writing, making it an excellent introduction to an important subject. It's celebrated as both a literary and scientific work of art and is considered a must-have for those interested in microbes.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781486313310

Publisher: CSIRO Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 September 2020

Country: Australia

Imprint: CSIRO Publishing

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 436g

Pages: 48

About the Author

Ailsa Wild creates stories for theatre and paper pages. She loves collaborating with acrobats, scientists and children and her favourite question is ... But why? Aviva Reed is a multi-disciplinary visual ecologist who creates immersive experiences to explore complex science. Briony Barr draws on her skills as a conceptual artist to visualise complex systems and invisible worlds. Gregory Crocetti combines his microbial ecology experience with science education skills in an attempt to teach the world that microbes are marvellous.

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