The Book of Disappearing Plants
with Eliska Podesvova (Illustrator)
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Pub Date Jun 30 2026 | Archive Date Oct 28 2026
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Description
A Love Letter to Nature—and a Wake-Up Call for the Future
Step into a world of wonder and warning with The Book of Disappearing Plants, a breathtaking journey through the vanishing green corners of our planet. This beautifully illustrated and powerfully written book invites young readers to discover the incredible stories of 30 plants that once thrived—and the urgent reasons they’re fading away.
This book reveals the silent disappearance of plant species due to climate change, deforestation, and urban expansion. But it’s not just a story of loss—it’s a call to action. With every page, kids will learn how they can become protectors of the planet and champions of conservation.
- A Powerful Environmental Message: Sparks curiosity and compassion for the natural world while teaching kids about real-world ecological issues.
- Eye-Opening and Empowering: Helps children see plants not just as background, but as vital, beautiful, and endangered life forms.
- Presents 30 Unique Plants: Arranged chronologically by the date they disappeared, this book describes 30 plants that have become extinct in the wild.
- STEM-Infused Learning: Introduces young readers to botany, ecosystems, and environmental science through engaging facts and real-world connections.
- Encourages Independent Learning: Includes web resources and suggested reading materials for continued education about endangered plant species and the natural world.
- Career Exploration: Lists 10 disciplines that focus specifically on plants, including agronomy, ecology, ethnobotany, phycology, phytopathology, phytology, mycology, forestry, horticulture, and paleobotany.
- Perfect for Classrooms and Eco-Conscious Families: A must-have for Earth Day, science classes, or any young nature lover’s bookshelf.
For over 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a thirst for knowledge in young minds. We deliver the highest quality children’s books from novelty, picture, pop-up, and how-to books to nonfiction and fairy tales.
A Note From the Publisher
Eye-Opening and Empowering: Helps children see plants not just as background, but as vital, beautiful, and endangered life forms.
Presents 30 Unique Plants: Arranged chronologically by the date they disappeared, this book describes 30 plants that have become extinct in the wild.
STEM-Infused Learning: Introduces young readers to botany, ecosystems, and environmental science through engaging facts and real-world connections.
Encourages Independent Learning: Includes web resources and suggested reading materials for continued education about endangered plant species and the natural world.
Career Exploration: Lists 10 disciplines that focus specifically on plants, including agronomy, ecology, ethnobotany, phycology, phytopathology, phytology, mycology, forestry, horticulture, and paleobotany.
Perfect for Classrooms and Eco-Conscious Families: A must-have for Earth Day, science classes, or any young nature lover’s bookshelf.
Advance Praise
"A first purchase in elementary and middle grade collections where books on botany are popular or needed." —Kasey Swords, School Library Journal
"Quietly hopeful and illuminating." —Kirkus Reviews
"A first purchase in elementary and middle grade collections where books on botany are popular or needed." —Kasey Swords, School Library Journal
"Quietly hopeful and illuminating." —Kirkus Reviews
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- Book video available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7lPBOX8JL0&t=2s
Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9788000078410 |
| PRICE | $19.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 72 |