How Does a Tree Grow? Or, Botany for Young Australians

"How Does a Tree Grow? Or, Botany for Young Australians" by James Bonwick is an informational book, presented as a conversation between a father and his son, Willie, designed to teach young Australians about botany and how trees grow. As Willie asks about the growth of trees, his father explains key concepts like how roots and leaves provide trees with nutrients and explores the structure of plants and the science of photosynthesis, including the roles of gases and nutrients. Through this question-and-answer format, the story blends education and engagement, inspiring readers to be curious about the natural world.