The Book 4 Cabinet of Curiosities: Wonders of the Natural World

Join 10-year-old Curio as she opens more glowing drawers in the magical antique cabinet and tumbles through time to discover the surprising stories behind the plants we see every day! From the long journey of the apple and the secret life of grass, to why flowers have bright colours, how tomatoes travelled the world, the magic of fast-growing bamboo, the humble potato that fed millions, the colourful farewell of autumn leaves, the sunny journey of the sunflower, the cacao tree that makes us smile, and the hidden power of herbs and spices — each short, wonder-filled story reveals how these everyday plants have shaped our food, gardens, medicine, and history. Written with gentle humour and “Wow!” moments, inspired by James Burke’s Connections. Perfect for curious kids aged 7–12, bedtime read-aloud, and sparking big questions about the natural world around us

.Inside Book 4 you’ll find 10 captivating stories:

• The Journey of the Apple
• Why Do Flowers Have Colours?
• The Secret Life of Grass
• How Tomatoes Travelled the World
• The Magic of Bamboo
• The Story of the Potato
• Why Do Leaves Change Colour in Autumn?
• The Incredible Journey of the Sunflower
• The Tree That Makes Us Smile (Cacao)
• The Hidden Power of Herbs and Spices

Open the next drawer… hold on tight… the wonders of the natural world are waiting!The ordinary is extraordinary — welcome back to The Cabinet of Curiosities.