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Flip, Float, Fly: Seeds on the Move

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Everyone at one time or another, has held a fuzzy dandelion in their hand and PUFF . . . the seeds burst away from the stem and float up into the sky. There are many different kinds of seeds that don't wait for a human hand to plant them in the ground. Many float though the air, flow though water or are carried by animals until they find just the right spot to begin their life cycle. But as we all know, there are many people who can't wait until spring to plant their flowers or vegetables.

"Tumbleweed plants

grow as round as globes.

In autumn their stems snap off.

On the flat, open prairie, they ROLL, Roll, ROLL,

sprinkling their seeds as they tumble."

This is a bright, cheerful book with very appealing artwork. The delightful poetic text makes the reading especially engaging. If you want to introduce your child or students to the life cycle of plants (seed growth, parts of a plant and seed dispersal) this would be the perfect introduction. In the back of the book there is an illustration of seed growth and a bit more information in the notes section. This book was checked for accuracy by the director of the New York Botanical Garden.

My grandchildren love seeds. And this book showcases seeds beautifully.

I love the poetic language:

"Maple seeds whirl and twirl in a breeze.

FLIP, FLUTTER, float!"

First we meet the seeds, then learn how they move, and finally where they land.

The art complements the words wonderfully, being close-up and inviting.

At the back is a very informative illustrated glossary of the words in the book.

I used this book during my seed unit in my Montessori classroom for 3-5 year olds. It is simply written with complimentary pictures. They learn that seeds are not just planted by people but by animals and people too; in many different climates and in many different places. I highly recommend it!! I bought it through a few years ago...not sure why it is listed at over $500.