Science Comics: Trees - by Andy Hirsch (Paperback)

About the Book

Readers follow an acorn as it learns about its future as Earth's largest, longest-living plant. Starting with the seed's germination, this comic reveals each stage until the tree's maturation, different types of trees, and the roles trees take on in our ecosystem.

Book Synopsis

From the deepest oceans to the farthest reaches of space--and everything in between--Science Comics turns STEM topics into unforgettable graphic novel adventures. This smash-hit series has sold over a million copies!

In Trees: Kings of the Forest we follow an acorn as it learns about its future as Earth's largest, longest-living plant. Starting with the seed's germination, we learn about each stage until the tree's maturation, different types of trees, and the roles trees take on in our ecosystem.

- Science made exciting: Complex STEM topics become fun, accessible, and easy to understand

- Expertly researched: Created in collaboration with subject experts to deliver accurate, up-to-date information

- A great gift for young scientists: Inspires curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of discovery

- Supports classroom learning: A valuable resource for independent reading, school libraries, homeschool curricula, and STEM education

Review Quotes

Praise for the Science Comics series:

"This series--written by a handful of authors--seems determined to offer a useful introduction to anything a curious grade-school student might wonder about. The insight behind these books is a powerful one. So much information about the world around us is actually better conveyed visually, through charts, illustrations, and sequential panels, than purely using words." --New York Times

"Like having a Time Life Science Library in comic books. Which is awesome!" --Popular Science

Praise for Science Comics: Trees:

A 2018 Booklist Editors' Choice Books for Youth Selection

"Trees are amazing plants--they even communicate with each other, thanks to a vast network of fungi that link forests together--and Hirsch's playful, enthusiastic tone makes that unmistakeably clear." --Booklist, starred review

"Another winner in the series, this title is an excellent addition to most libraries.-School Library Journal, starred review

About the Author

Andy Hirsch is a cartoonist living in Dallas, Texas. A frequent contributor to First Second's hit Science Comics and History Comics series, he writes and illustrates graphic nonfiction covering everything from dogs to spaceflight, including dogs in spaceflight.