Describes the development of a seed into a plant by means of pollination, fertilization, and seed dispersal. Fun, factual, and fascinating--who says science has to be dull? The natural world comes alive for young readers with Rookie Read-About Science "RM"! With striking, full-color photos and just the right amount of text, this series guides young readers through the fascinating world around them. For nearly a decade, teachers and librarians alike...

Shows the growth of a small seed that survives the winter cold to become a beautiful spring flower.

"With the growth of genetically modified foods, the use of many seeds is dwindling--of 80,000 edible plants, only about 150 are being cultivated. With a global cast of men and women, scientists and laypeople, and photographic documentation, Nancy Castaldo chronicles where our food comes from, and more importantly, where it is going as she digs deeper into the importance of seeds in our world"--

"Discover how seeds spring into action! As winter warms into spring, the amazing life cycle begins--seeds root and sprout and start to grow. From tiny carrot seeds to big avocado seeds and everything in between, discover what seeds can do in this pitch-perfect picture book for younger readers. With clear, informative text and bright, charming illustrations, as well as lots of hilarious interjections from the seeds themselves, this is an exciting start...

Explores seeds, celebrating their potential and sharing life lessons people can learn from them.

From flowers to fruits, everything begins with a tiny seed. Young readers will learn how seeds grow, and how they vary in shape, size, and dispersal patterns. From cherry pits to exploding pods, to sticktight seeds that cling to your shoes, acclaimed photographer and author Ken Robbins illuminates how wondrous nature springs up throughout the year before our very eyes.

Gives directions for growing plants from the seeds found inside avocados, papayas, citrus fruits, mangos, pomegranates, and kiwis.

Introduces, in simple text and photographs, the fruits or seeds of an apple, maple, oak, hemlock, milkweed, corn, and kiwi.