Hungry Plants
Part of the Step into Reading, Step 4 Series

Hungry Plants

Paperback

Grades 2–4
Ages 7–9

This book offers readers a bug’s-eye view into the strange and fascinating world of carnivorous plants. From the “jaws” of the Venus flytrap to the pretty sundew plant whose delicate tentacles entrap its prey, the unique anatomy and behaviors of meat-eating plants are detailed with clear, engaging text and art.

ISBN 9780307531223 (Ebook)
Published on Apr 14, 2010
Published by Step into Reading
Pages 48
Age Range 7-9 years
Grade Grades 2-4
Reading Level Lexile: 780L | Fountas/Pinnell: O

ISBN 9780375825330 (Paperback)
Published on Feb 24, 2004
Published by Step into Reading
Pages 48
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 7-9 years
Grade Grades 2-4
Reading Level Lexile: 780L | Fountas/Pinnell: O

Mary Batten

Mary Batten is an award-winning science writer whose previous books—Discovery by Chance, The Tropical Forest, and Nature’s Tricksters—were written for the juvenile market. Her magazine credits include Cosmopolitan, Science Digest, and International Wildlife. She has written scripts for fifty television films, the producers of which include Time-Life Films, Children’s Television Workshop, National Geographic, and Disney Educational Productions. She lives in Virginia.

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