How far can a flower’s seeds travel? Everywhere, according to this delightful storybook about dandelions. A seed blown by a little girl travels to Africa, drifting from one continent to another in this tale of breezes, birds, and mammals that help transport seeds. The dandelion flutters, tumbles, and sails to the ground before “taking root” and “sending up a shoot,” phrases repeated throughout the story. The iconic animals in each new location, and the story’s rhythmic language, will make readers eager to turn the page. Plus, the story is based upon a true premise: The abundant dandelion flower has found its way all over the world, including South Georgia Island near Antarctica.

“Beautifully illustrated … Children ages 5-8 will thoroughly enjoy learning how this crafty plant travels on the wind and hitches rides in all manner of ways in order to spread far and wide.”

“Vivid, screenprint-esque digital illustrations by the Howdeshells trace the seeds’ paths, showcasing animals from each continent amid landscapes enlivened by terrain-distinct color palettes. Younger readers will enjoy this informative read, which shows how nature unites the globe. Back matter includes an author’s note. Ages 6–7. (Mar.)”

“The Howdeshells’ art is vibrant and engaging, taking care to include a diverse array of human racial presentations and details that establish each setting, the textured images focusing on indigenous fauna as the seeds fly. Of particular note is the lovely cover depicting a Black girl with natural hair.”