POWERED BY PLANTS

BOTANY THAT INSPIRES EVERYDAY TECHNOLOGY

AUTHOR CLIVE GIFFORD ILLUSTRATOR GOSIA HERBA PUBLISHER WIDE EYED EDITIONS PRICE £14.99 / $24 RELEASE 2 AUGUST

Did you know that sycamore seeds inspired scientists to develop air-quality-monitoring robots or that coconuts are teaching researchers about earthquake-proofing buildings? These are just some of the fascinating examples of how plants have not only helped the human race throughout history but how they continue to supply answers to questions that scientists and engineers are asking. Although Powered by Plants is targeted at a younger audience, it covers a broad range of scientific topics

– some more complex than others. It’s a great example of how you can inform a young audience about innovations in science without completely dumbing down the principles or explanation of how things work. A good STEAM children’s book isn’t complete without fun illustrations to sit alongside the science – and this one certainly doesn’t disappoint. This is a light-hearted and informative children’s book to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers alike.