Introduces readers to crops they might find on the farm.

Crop farms are very important! They grow much of the food we buy at the grocery store. Think of all the foods you like that are grown on farms-they may include corn, wheat, potatoes, vegetables, and much more! Readers will visit a variety of farms and see the crops grown there as well as the people and technology that make them successful.

"Fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy-farms have them all! What crops do farmers plant? How do they grow? Kids can find the answers to all their questions about how farmers grow the foods we eat in this interactive Pebble Sprout series"--

This engaging book presents current agricultural problems that could impact our world in the future. By learning about things like deforestation, soil erosion, and decreasing biodiversity, students will understand sustainability and climate change, and will recognize the importance of these issues. Through full-color photographs, dynamic spotlight facts, and activities like Solve It! and Test It!, readers are encouraged to think critically about the...

Explains the importance of a healthy, well-balanced diet, focusing on the nutrients found in grains, bread, cereal and pasta and how the body uses them. Includes information on digestion and a recipe for whole grain bread.

Describes the main crops grown in the United States, the soil composition and climate conditions necessary for their growth, the development of hybrids, and the importance of caring for the land.

Simple text and photographs teach early readers what season farmers plant in, how plants grow in different areas, and even a bit about hydroponics--growing plants with just water and no dirt at all.

Describes different crops grown on a farm, including grain crops, fruits, vegetables, and nuts, and how farmers care for their crops.

This informative book is filled with 100 fascinating facts about food, from how to grow a burger in a laboratory to how many bees it takes to fill an orchard with apples. With bright, infographic-style illustrations, detailed facts on every page, a glossary and index, plus internet links to specially selected websites for more information.

Presents a collection of recipes from over 120 countries and briefly discusses the culture and culinary habits of each country.