By Octavia Mosciatti
Illustrated by Loreto Salinas

Deep exploration: covers everything from basic structure to their role in ecology, food, medicine and more.

Enjoyable and accessible: the writing is clear, engaging and accessible for young readers, making complex topics easy to understand.

Charming illustrations: visually stunning, full of color and detail, making it easier to understand and sparking the imagination.

Science communication: packed with educational information, an invaluable tool for learning about nature and the Fungi Kingdom.

Contemporary: addresses topics like biodiversity, sustainability, and the future of our planet.

Inspiration for exploration: serves as an invitation to actively explore the natural world around us.

This book is a gateway into the incredible Fungi Kingdom. Not plants, not animals — fungi have their own kingdom.

With clear, engaging text, it introduces and explains, step by step, what fungi are, why they're important, what functions they serve on Earth, how they've supported life since its beginnings and continue to do so today. It covers everything from antibiotics to biomaterials, and how fungi have contributed to human development. It also shows the leading role they play in ecosystems through nutrients and water, performing a fundamental ecological function in decomposition.

The text guides readers through the structure, diversity and functions of fungi, from their underground roots to their mysterious forms above ground. Beautiful illustrations bring every page to life, taking readers into a world of fascinating colors and details. With relevant, up-to-date information on the ecological and practical importance of fungi, this book is an invaluable tool for anyone interested in science, ecology and adventure. It's essential to learn more about this kingdom, so deeply intertwined with life, yet still so little understood.

FORMAT

Recommended for ages 8 to 12
Binding: Hardcover
Size: 28 x 21.5 cm
Pages: 56
Year: 2024
ISBN: 978-956-364-346-6