A Fruit Is a Suitcase for Seeds
By Jean Richards
The Story
A book explains how fruits act as suitcases, protecting seeds on their journey and helping them spread to new places, with beautiful illustrations and engaging questions for young children to explore nature.
Why It's Special
If your child loves nature, science, and creativity, A Fruit Is a Suitcase for Seeds is an enlightening journey.
- Big idea: Discover how fruits act as protective suitcases, carrying seeds to new places for growth.
- Vibes: A heartwarming and whimsical exploration filled with playful curiosity.
Notice the beautiful watercolor illustrations that bring the journey of seeds to life, offering vibrant visuals that captivate young readers.
Perfect For Kids Who...
- enjoy learning about nature
- love interactive questioning
- appreciate lyrical storytelling
- are curious about how things grow
Ask Your Little Reader
Invite your child to dive deeper into the book's themes.
- Story & problem-solving: How do different fruits help spread seeds to new places?
- Feelings & empathy: How might a seed feel as it travels inside a fruit?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever found seeds inside a fruit you've eaten?
- Imagination: If you were a seed, which fruit would you choose as your suitcase and why? Some children enjoy choosing one scene to talk about, making connections between the illustrations and their own experiences.