Plant and Grow: Baby 101
Baby 101 Series
What’s inside...
Plant and Grow is a delightful board book that introduces young readers to the wonders of nature, specifically focusing on the life cycle of plants. Through simple and engaging text, children learn how a seed transforms into a plant, and how plants grow and thrive. Babies will love learning all about how things grow in this interactive touch and trace book.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
14 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you like best about the plants and how they grow?
Can you tell me how a seed turns into a plant?
Why do you think plants are important?
What would you like to plant in our garden and why?
How do you think we should take care of the plants?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to observe plants in your garden or nearby parks to connect the book's content with real life.
While discussing, relate the growth of plants to how your child is also growing. Draw parallels that can enhance understanding and personal connection.
Ask your child to draw their favorite plant from the book and describe why they chose that particular one.
Use the illustrations in the book to engage your child, asking them to point out colors, shapes, and other elements they recognize.
After reading, consider planting a small flower or vegetable with your child to practically demonstrate the book’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Through the narrative of nurturing a plant, children learn the importance of being responsible for another living thing.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by taking care of their own small plants or helping with family pets, learning consistency and care.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: The book illustrates the gradual process of a plant's growth, teaching children that some things take time to develop and flourish.
Real-World Application: Children can relate this to their own lives by understanding that learning new skills, like riding a bike or reading, requires time and patience.
Example Lesson: Observation Skills
Explanation: As characters in the book keep an eye on the plant’s growth, children learn to observe and note changes in the natural world.
Real-World Application: This skill can be transferred to tasks such as noting weather changes or observing animals, enhancing their analytical skills.
Example Lesson: Cause and Effect
Explanation: The story connects the care given to the plant with its growth, helping children understand how their actions can affect others.
Real-World Application: This can be applied in learning environments where children can see the results of their actions, such as cleaning up leading to a tidier space.
Example Lesson: Love for Nature
Explanation: By engaging with the story of a growing plant, children develop an appreciation and affection for the environment.
Real-World Application: This encourages outdoor activities and exploration, fostering a lasting relationship with nature and promoting environmental stewardship.