Reviews
There are so many incredible books available at the moment that it is impossible to read them all, no matter how hard I try! Here are my thoughts about some of the books I have read and how I think they could be used in school as well as Q and A sessions with authors and illustrators.
The Great Pollination Investigation
Bursting with curiosity, a little girl decides to investigate ‘something mysterious called pollination’. This quest takes her and her friends on an adventure of discovery!
Interactive and engaging, ‘The Great Pollination Investigation’ is a brilliant read. Produced in partnership with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, it offers a detailed explanation of the process of pollination and its role in food production, using the appropriate scientific vocabulary.
Not only are the vibrant, bright illustrations really appealing, but flaps and pop-ups allow children to explore and engage with every page. Perfect for supporting the primary science curriculum, the book would appeal as much to older children as younger ones and has much to offer as it is bursting with facts and so beautifully presented.
Reading for pleasure should never be limited to fiction- books like this one have an essential role to play in engaging readers and allowing them to explore and ‘read’ in different ways. Ideas for how to create a pollination investigation and make a pollination wand are included at the end of the book. An excellent addition to any library, this is a gorgeous book.
The Great Pollination Investigation
Deborah Hocking
Templar, in partnership with the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew
ISBN: 978-1800788138