photosynthesis

Photosynthesis is an essential beginner biology concept, and young readers are introduced to it in an accessible way as they discover how plants make their own food. The clear and focused text breaks down challenging topics using language that's easy for elementary readers to understand, and a glossary defines unfamiliar terms. Activities are also included to show readers that science is fun and the natural world is meant to be explored with care and respect. Colorful photographs of a variety of plants captivate readers, and detailed diagrams allow visual learners to develop a stronger understanding of this life science lesson.

Provides an introduction to photosynthesis, exploring how plants use the sun to "cook" their food.

"In simple but expressive free verse, a mother describes to her young daughter how the sun's light becomes the energy in her body through the oats, blueberries, and milk in her home-cooked breakfast"--Provided by publisher.

Shows how plants make food and receive energy from the sun, describes desert and ocean photosynthesis, and explains how plants survive the winter.

An introduction to photosynthesis and the food chain.

Photographs and simple text help students learn how plants make their own food, describing what plants need to make their own food, why plants are important to life on Earth, and how animals and plants benefit each other.

Describes food-gathering techniques animals use, such as camouflage, echolocation, pouncing, trapping, poisoning, and using tools.

This book educates readers on a variety of ecological issues, including the problems with detergents, the big deal about green plants, and why some animals don't need energy from sunlight for photosynthesis.

This book allows students to appreciate that when it comes to understanding the world around us, tiny molecules can provide big explanations.

Introduces the process of photosynthesis, explaining how photosynthesis works and its effects.