Can You Hear the Plants Speak? : Nicholas Hummingbird

Picture Book Hardcover Nicholas Hummingbird, Madelyn Goodnight (Illustrated by), Julia Wasson Juvenile Nonfiction / Science & Nature / Flowers & Plants "Heartfelt reflections on the importance of kinship with nature." —Kirkus Reviews Our people believe spirit lives in everything. Mountain, river, wind, tree. Come, take a walk with me. What do we learn from plants when we listen to them speaking? Indigenous plantsman Nicholas Hummingbird calls on the legacy of his great-grandparents to remember how one drop of rain, one seed, one plant can renew a cycle of hope and connection—for him and for each of us. Perfect for readers of Sy Montgomery, debut authors Nicholas Hummingbird and Julia Wasson joyfully proclaim even the youngest person can be an earth protector. With gorgeous illustrations from Rock Your Mocs artist Madelyn Goodnight, Can You Hear the Plants Speak? encourages us to engage with the natural world. IMPORTANCE OF NATIVE PLANTS: The rich biodiversity of native plants is critical for the well-being of our planet, yet many are endangered. Can You Hear the Plants Speak? touches on urbanism and habitat destruction. INSPIRING AND EMPOWERING: Readers will rush outside to look at nature with fresh eyes and learn from what the plants tell them! Rich back matter includes activities that will inspire everyone—even city dwellers—to start a native plant garden.