Lois Ehlert uses watercolor collage and pieces of actual seeds, fabric, wire, and roots in this innovative and rich introduction to the life of a tree. A special glossary explains how roots absorb nutrients, what photosynthesis is, how sap circulates, and other facts about trees.
In this unique picture book, author Tomie dePaola introduces some of the most common types of clouds, as well as the myths and legends inspired by their shapes. Simple, whimsical illustrations show the variations in shape and color that herald changes in the weather.
We recently added nine new children’s storybooks to our Growing Minds farm to school lending library, along with a new resource guide for starting a school garden. All of these titles are now included in our searchable database of more than 600 children’s books, curriculum, and cookbooks. They’re also available for educators in the Asheville area to
In 1632, John Tuttle set sail from England to Dover, New Hampshire. There he set up a farm on seven acres of land. From those humble beginnings the Tuttle family story became America’s story.
Text and photographs introduce the stems of trees and plants, including information on how they grow, along with their uses.
Peek underground, dig into the wonders of roots and discover all the amazing things roots do for trees and plants.
This fact filled book will inform you about all types of food, and where they come from.
Everything you ever wanted to know about popcorn, from its history in the Americas to how it became a movie theater staple!
As a “My First Pocket Guide,” this book provides physical descriptions for each insect, a map showing which part of North America where they can be typically found, and what to look for when locating a particular insect.
Read this true story about how the golden delicious apple was discovered, and how it became “The New Apple” to eat during the early 1900s.