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All young children are interested in the natural world and this book offers a fascinating and beautiful insight into the world of plants and their importance to us and our ecosystem.

Fluffy, Flying Seed starts with a small dandelion seed being carried by the wind and landing safely in a meadow, the perfect place to grow. This is its story, how it grows, protects itself, reproduces and transforms from a bright yellow flower into a delicate white ball of fluffy, flying seeds. There are facts about germination, photosynthesis, seed dispersal, parts of a plant and food chains. The narrative progresses in a way that builds understanding and the gorgeous illustrations bring the story and the science to life.

Fluffy, Flying Seed is part of the Start Small, Think Big, a series of books that sets young readers on a journey of discovery, beginning with small miracles of life and connecting them to the big picture of our natural world. The stories are easy to read and told in a warm, engaging, relatable way. At the end, there is a surprise fold-out with a world map, an illustrated lifecycle and an animal I-Spy game to take readers back into the book.

Perfect to share with children 4 to 8, with two levels of text for new and more confident readers.

Also in the series is Little, Brown Nut; Small, Speckled Egg; and Tiny, Floating Coral.

Our Review Panel says...

If you’ve ever watched a dandelion seed float away on the breeze and wondered what happens next, Fluffy, Flying Seed by Mary Auld is the perfect book to explore that journey!

This non-fiction book follows a tiny seed as it drifts through the air, eventually landing and growing into a beautiful wildflower. The story is told in the first person, making the seed’s adventure feel even more engaging for young readers. Along the way, key facts about nature and plant life are introduced in a way that’s easy to understand without feeling overwhelming.

A real highlight is the giant fold-out poster at the back of the book, which lays out the entire life cycle of the dandelion in a clear and visual way. Plus, there’s a fun I-Spy activity where children can search for meadow creatures hidden in the pages, prompting them to think about whether these animals are active during the day or night.

This book is a great choice for primary-aged children, whether they’re learning about plants in the classroom or just curious about the world around them.

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