Discusses the life cycle of plants, how plants change with the seasons, how they function in a plant community, and the destruction of plant cycles in rainforests and other areas. Features projects and activities.
Present instructions for nin experiments and explains the lessons they teach about plants, including the process of photosynthesis, the way they grow, and their absorbtion of water.
Describes experiments that can be performed with plants in order to learn about their properties, including whether roots grow before stems, the importance of light, and how plants drink water.
Includes experiments involving plants, animals, and earth sciences that can be done close to home and that encourage the development of observation and measurement skills.