Martin Luther College

"Darwin and the Art of Science will consist of excerpts from six of Darwin's books, chosen and introduced by James Costa. The excerpts will be arranged by plant (rather than according to which book they're from) in order to make the most of extraordinary images provided by the Oak Springs Garden Foundation library. As a group, they will provide unparalleled access to Darwin's fascinating observations and musings about the world of plants and how their...

"An inspired weaving of indigenous knowledge, plant science, and personal narrative from a distinguished professor of science and a Native American whose previous book, Gathering Moss, was awarded the John Burroughs Medal for outstanding nature writing. As a botanist and professor of plant ecology, Robin Wall Kimmerer has spent a career learning how to ask questions of nature using the tools of science. As a Potawatomi woman, she learned from elders,...

Describes the functions of roots and stems in the development of plants, and includes fun facts and an experiment to do at home or in the classroom.

Presents an introduction to the structure and functions of plant roots, and describes plants with unusual roots. Includes two experiments, color diagrams and photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Introduces readers to the parts and functions of plant stems and trunks, and describes some of the adaptations that help them survive. Includes color photographs and diagrams, examples of plants from around the world, two simple experiments, a glossary, and further resources.