Poisonous Plants
A walk in the woods can lead to an itchy rash if an unfortunate hiker brushes up against poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac. This volume explains why these plants cause rashes, and offers helpful tips on how to identify and avoid these plants. Engaging, accessible text complements vibrant photographs of this toxic flora. Other plants profiled include deadly nightshade and water hemlock.
* Reviews *
Series Review: The Strangest Plants on Earth"These colorful introductions have bright, full-color photographs that are detailed enough to enable identification in the field... Useful for reports and fun to browse, read, and learn."
--School Library Journal
Series Review: The Strangest Plants on Earth
"Plants are alive, and each book in this series reminds readers that plants need food, water, and sunlight to thrive... The books will entice young readers with bright photos and large print... Intermediate grade readers will love the strange trees, flowers, and shrubs introduced, and young students will enjoy having the bizarre information read aloud."
--Library Media Connection
