Dirt's journey

Sally M. Walker

Book - 2026

Bits of rock, plants, and living creatures--what are they all ingredients for? An award-winning nonfiction author offers the youngest explorers a closer look at nature's wonders in action. Rocks crumble, battered by ice, wind, and water. Plants wilt, trees fall, and old bones, fins, and feathers break apart. What then? Step by step, Sally M. Walker's simple narration lets the youngest soil scientists learn how dirt is created, becoming home to animals as well as conduits for nutrients that help to continue the life-giving cycle. Kim Smith's inviting landscapes capture a range of forest flora and fauna, from mushrooms to pinecones, foxes to chipmunks, birds to snails. A note to parents suggests bringing the learning to life by... encouraging questions and observations of the natural world.

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Published
[Place of publication not identified] : MIT Kids Press 2026.
Language
English
Main Author
Sally M. Walker (author)
Other Authors
Kim Smith (artist)
Physical Description
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 16 cm x 16 cm
ISBN
9781536236576
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Review by School Library Journal Review

PreS-K--The newest title in the informative "Nature in Action" series digs into the fascinating world of dirt. Perfect for curious young readers, this board book explains how dirt is formed in clear, accessible language and digital illustrations. "Old flowers wilt and trees fall down. Dried seeds and leaves drift to the ground. Fungi break down aging plants and trees, which become the food that fungi need." VERDICT A strong nonfiction choice for children who love learning about the world around them, and helpful for parents getting lots of questions.

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