An Ode To Sunflowers

Where Plants and Poetry Bloom Together

von Kenyette Kilpatrick

40 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

An Ode to Sunflowers is a vibrant nonfiction picture book that blends the beauty of poetry with the curiosity of science, giving young readers ages 6-10 an engaging doorway into nature study. Through lyrical, read¿aloud verses paired with clear, accessible facts, this book invites children to explore how sunflowers grow, follow the sun, and contribute to the ecosystems around them. Each spread offers a rhythmic poem that captures the wonder of these golden blooms, followed by a child¿friendly scientific explanation that deepens understanding without overwhelming emerging readers.Rich, full¿color illustrations bring the sunflower's world to life, making this title an excellent choice for classroom libraries, nature units, and STEAM¿aligned lessons. Teachers will find natural opportunities for extension activities-observing plant growth, exploring heliotropism, writing nature¿inspired poetry, or connecting science and art through seasonal projects. Families and educators alike will appreciate how seamlessly the book combines imaginative language with real¿world learning.Key Features:Engaging blend of poetry and science for ages 6-10Clear, accessible facts about sunflower growth, resilience, and heliotropismRich, full¿color illustrations ideal for classroom and library collectionsSupports early STEM/STEAM learning and nature explorationPerfect for read¿alouds, nature units, and seasonal displaysPerfect for nature lovers, budding scientists, and classrooms seeking cross¿curricular content, An Ode to Sunflowers shows children that poetry and science are not separate subjects-they grow together, much like sunflowers reaching toward the sun. This enchanting blend of fact and verse encourages curiosity, observation, and a lifelong love of the natural world.

• Themen: Kinder, Jugendliche und Bildung Allgemeine Interessen Natur und Tiere Pflanzen und Bäume
• ISBN: 9798240970146
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 18.08.2026
• Größe: 216 x 216 mm
• Verlag: Nelson Creek Publishing