Humongous Fungus
Humongous Fungus: The Weird and Wonderful Kingdom of Fungi
Embark on a magical tour of the forest floor and discover one of the most fascinating living organisms on this planet — fungi!
Not quite animals and not quite plants, the mysterious kingdom of fungi is full of secrets! Let’s unearth them together with this weird and wonderful book about mushrooms. Inside the pages of this children’s science and nature book, you’ll discover exactly what fungi are and more!
Features:
- Gorgeous illustrations in Wenjia Tang’s popular style
- Introduction to a scientific topic in an engaging, soft way, through scenes and thoughtful layouts
- Everything kids would ever want to know on the overlooked but fascinating topic - fungi
From tiny microbes to the largest living thing, fungi are everywhere! Without fungi, our ecosystem would not work. It provides food for plants and animals and creates a place for them to live. But beware, some types of fungi can destroy crops through fungal diseases or even change animals’ behavior. This fascinating foraging book for kids is sure to keep little ones engaged and entertained!
- Hardcover
- 64 pages
- Dimensions: 9.31 x 0.5 x 11.31 inches
About the Author
Lynne Boddy is professor of fungal ecology at Cardiff University. She has authored two academic books and Humongous Fungus for children. In 2019, she was awarded an MBE for Services to Mycology and science outreach, and in 2021, she won the Arboricultural Association Award for her achievements.
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Humongous Fungus
Humongous Fungus: The Weird and Wonderful Kingdom of Fungi
Embark on a magical tour of the forest floor and discover one of the most fascinating living organisms on this planet — fungi!
Not quite animals and not quite plants, the mysterious kingdom of fungi is full of secrets! Let’s unearth them together with this weird and wonderful book about mushrooms. Inside the pages of this children’s science and nature book, you’ll discover exactly what fungi are and more!
Features:
- Gorgeous illustrations in Wenjia Tang’s popular style
- Introduction to a scientific topic in an engaging, soft way, through scenes and thoughtful layouts
- Everything kids would ever want to know on the overlooked but fascinating topic - fungi
From tiny microbes to the largest living thing, fungi are everywhere! Without fungi, our ecosystem would not work. It provides food for plants and animals and creates a place for them to live. But beware, some types of fungi can destroy crops through fungal diseases or even change animals’ behavior. This fascinating foraging book for kids is sure to keep little ones engaged and entertained!
- Hardcover
- 64 pages
- Dimensions: 9.31 x 0.5 x 11.31 inches
About the Author
Lynne Boddy is professor of fungal ecology at Cardiff University. She has authored two academic books and Humongous Fungus for children. In 2019, she was awarded an MBE for Services to Mycology and science outreach, and in 2021, she won the Arboricultural Association Award for her achievements.
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Humongous Fungus: The Weird and Wonderful Kingdom of Fungi
Embark on a magical tour of the forest floor and discover one of the most fascinating living organisms on this planet — fungi!
Not quite animals and not quite plants, the mysterious kingdom of fungi is full of secrets! Let’s unearth them together with this weird and wonderful book about mushrooms. Inside the pages of this children’s science and nature book, you’ll discover exactly what fungi are and more!
Features:
- Gorgeous illustrations in Wenjia Tang’s popular style
- Introduction to a scientific topic in an engaging, soft way, through scenes and thoughtful layouts
- Everything kids would ever want to know on the overlooked but fascinating topic - fungi
From tiny microbes to the largest living thing, fungi are everywhere! Without fungi, our ecosystem would not work. It provides food for plants and animals and creates a place for them to live. But beware, some types of fungi can destroy crops through fungal diseases or even change animals’ behavior. This fascinating foraging book for kids is sure to keep little ones engaged and entertained!
- Hardcover
- 64 pages
- Dimensions: 9.31 x 0.5 x 11.31 inches
About the Author
Lynne Boddy is professor of fungal ecology at Cardiff University. She has authored two academic books and Humongous Fungus for children. In 2019, she was awarded an MBE for Services to Mycology and science outreach, and in 2021, she won the Arboricultural Association Award for her achievements.
