Ghost PlantA see through plant that resembles a ghost? Unlike most other plants, the ghost plant does not get energy from sunlight, so it does not make chlorophyll. This North American species is a parasite that feeds on a fungus. Elementary level readers will learn all about this rare and unusual plant, from its habitat and life cycle to its unique name and features. Short sidebars provide extra information, an on page glossary defines key terms, and a Nature

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Part of the Odysseys in the Environment series

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Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of NBA’s Utah Jazz with a photo-laden narrative of their greatest successes and losses

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this book adds funny "Truth Time" sidebars to a retelling of The Three Little Pigs