Synopsis
Describes the development of a seed into a plant by means of pollination, fertilization, and seed dispersal.
Marilyn Courtot - Children's Literature
When you eat peas and peanuts you are really eating seeds. Fowler presents plenty of good information in this "Rookie Read-About Science" book. Some seeds are like those in the tomatoes we eat, others are too big and not something your system would want to digest. All plants grow from seeds and this book describes the process of pollination and germination, and also contains clear illustrations to show the flower components and process. Seeds may be transported by air, water, or by animals. Seeds need fertile soil, water, and sunshine to grow. They may be planted by farmers and home gardeners or they may just grow wild and create some of the most beautiful displays nature has to offer. A good choice for library, classroom, or home. A picture glossary lists and depicts "Words You Know" from reading this text. There is an index and brief note about the author. 2001, Children's Press/Scholastic,
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Children's Literature
When you eat peas and peanuts you are really eating seeds. Fowler presents plenty of good information in this "Rookie Read-About Science" book. Some seeds are like those in the tomatoes we eat, others are too big and not something your system would want to digest. All plants grow from seeds and this book describes the process of pollination and germination, and also contains clear illustrations to show the flower components and process. Seeds may be transported by air, water, or by animals. Seeds need fertile soil, water, and sunshine to grow. They may be planted by farmers and home gardeners or they may just grow wild and create some of the most beautiful displays nature has to offer. A good choice for library, classroom, or home. A picture glossary lists and depicts "Words You Know" from reading this text. There is an index and brief note about the author. 2001, Children's Press/Scholastic,— Marilyn Courtot