On A Mushroom Day

We all know what a mushroom day feels like—one of those days when the woods are coated with residual moisture and the air is scented with fecund aromas of all sorts. This lovely picture book, penned by Chris Baker, founder of Chicory Naturalist in Kingston, New York, and illustrated by Alexandra Finkeldey, inaugurates little ones into the fascinating world of mycelium. It's a great read for the kiddos before taking them out into the woods—and it even features a brief identification guide of commonly-seen mushroom species. Suitable for children ages 3 to 8.