Plants are the starting point in most food chains. Carnivorous plants, however, buck the natural order system. Bladderworts belong to this group of plants, and they have a unique method for capturing prey: a vacuum trap. Readers will discover intriguing facts about this unusual plant, including where it’s found, how its trap works, and how fast the trap works. Age-appropriate text addresses important elementary science concepts, while colorful images enliven and support the narrative. Go-to fact boxes share fun tidbits and a graphic organizer helps readers visually digest the new information they’re learning about this clever, interesting tree.