Best Children's Flower & Plant Books of 2025

Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt by Kate Messner is a delightful nature book for kids, focusing on the hidden world of a garden throughout the year. The book explores the bustling life of earthworms, snakes, and other creatures that make a garden their home. The illustrations by Christopher Silas Neal are wonderfully detailed, bringing to life the garden's many inhabitants. This book is perfect for children who love nature, gardening, and exploring the world around them.

Trees, Leaves, Flowers and Seeds is an exceptional children's encyclopedia that takes readers on a journey through the plant kingdom. With over 1,000 stunning images and fun facts, this book engages young readers in discovering the world of plants, from the smallest seeds to the tallest trees. The book features unique and strange plants, such as trees with fruits like giant's fingers and orchids that look like monkey faces. The combination of colorful diagrams and infographic text boxes make this book both educational and visually appealing. This book is perfect for children aged 9-12, and can be enjoyed by the entire family.

The Wonders of Nature (DK Children's Anthologies) is an awe-inspiring nature encyclopedia for curious kids aged 7-9. With reference pages packed with fascinating information, this book features 100 remarkable items from the natural world, from orchids to opals and lichens to lizards. Each plant, animal, and rock is shown photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed light on the wonders of nature and wildlife, making this book ideal for inquisitive children who love to explore outside and want to know more about the natural world. Overall, this book is an excellent educational resource and a must-have for any child interested in nature.

From Seed to Plant by Gail Gibbons is a wonderful introduction to the world of plants for young readers. With easy-to-understand language and colorful illustrations, the book teaches about pollination, seed formation, and germination. The book also includes instructions for a seed-growing project, making it a perfect companion for young gardeners. Gail Gibbons has written over 100 books for young readers and is a master of non-fiction. This book is a nonfiction classic and a great addition to any early science lesson. Overall, From Seed to Plant is an excellent educational resource that is both informative and engaging.

Indestructibles: Let's Go Outside! is an excellent book for introducing little ones to nature. The book is built to withstand the rough handling of babies and is waterproof, chew proof, and rip-proof. The bright pictures and few words encourage dialogic reading and help with emergent literacy. The book is lightweight and portable, making it perfect for travel and the diaper bag. The book meets ASTM safety standards, ensuring it's safe for babies. Overall, this book is a great addition to any baby's library and a unique way to introduce them to the wonders of nature.

National Geographic Readers: Seed to Plant is an engaging and educational book for young readers. It takes them on a magical journey from seed pollination to plant growth, teaching them about what plants need to thrive and grow with the same careful text, brilliant photographs, and the fun approach National Geographic Readers are known for. The book is tightly organized and builds on itself, with introductory information about plants and how they affect other organisms to concluding opportunities for applying the information. This title celebrates a plant's special place in the world through a fun and simple lens that is perfect for the new, curious reader.

The Magic and Mystery of Trees is an illustrated nature and science book for kids aged 7-9. The book takes children on a fascinating journey of exploration, showing them just how special trees are, from their communication abilities to their role in the habitat of the whole forest or woodland. With striking illustrations and fun practical activities, this book supports KS1 and KS2 curriculum within Science and Geography subjects. The Magic & Mystery of Trees is a must-have volume for children with an interest in both nature and science, and for parents, grandparents, and educators seeking a fun and engaging nature book for children to explore and love.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a beloved classic by Eric Carle that has been translated into 70 languages and sold over 55 million copies. In this nonfiction story, young readers can learn about the transformation of a seed into a tree, with Carle's iconic illustrations bringing the miracles of nature to life. Life Cycles with The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a great addition to any children's book collection, offering a simple yet informative introduction to the natural world.

The Secret World of Plants: Tales of More Than 100 Remarkable Flowers, Trees, and Seeds by Ben Hoare is a captivating book that explores the fascinating world of plants. With stunning photography and illustrations, this book introduces children to the essentials of plant science while sharing more than 100 stories of amazing plants and their relationships with the animal kingdom. From seagrass that flowers underwater to the Venus flytrap's unique hunting technique, readers will learn about the weird and wonderful world of plants. Overall, this book is a must-have for any child interested in the natural world and the plants that shape our world in endless ways.

My First Book of Houseplants is a lovely addition to the Terra Babies at Home board book series. This book introduces babies and toddlers to the world of houseplants while promoting a love for plants and the environment. The book features simple and fun text paired with charming art by Åsa Gilland, making it easy and enjoyable for young readers to learn about plant care and the environment. What makes this book unique is that it is made with FSC materials and nontoxic inks, making it a great baby-safe option. Overall, this is a great baby shower gift for eco-conscious parents and a wonderful way to introduce young children to the natural world.