There are thousands of different plants on Earth. Readers get an up-close and colorful look at the diversity of plant life on our planet. Fun facts about a variety of plants are presented in an informative and eye-catching way that is sure to entertain readers while introducing and reinforcing them to basic science concepts, such as classifying living things. Algae, moss, and plants with flowers and cones--readers are introduced to a plethora of plants. Readers also learn what makes each kind of plant unique, such as how some plants even eat small animals for dinner.