agriculture

Discusses the environmental issues around agriculture and land use.

Provides an introduction to beekeeping, discussing its history, tools of the trade, benefits, and more.

Text and illustrations introduce young readers to raising snails, disucussing the basic life science concepts neceessary to raise snails in a farm setting and the economic impact that snail farming has on the economy.

"Introduces children to the world of modern farm equipment- showing how the most complex machines on the farmwork to harvest crops"--Provided by publisher.

"Thousands of years ago, farmers had to plant even the tiniest seeds by hand. Luckily, inventors eventually created modern farming machines that can plant seeds in just a fraction of the time it once took. Find out how these devices work through accessible text, . . . fact boxes, and . . . color photographs that complement key concepts"--Provided by publisher.

Hop aboard the Rice Bowl food truck with your rice-loving guide Mina as you drive along the road to rice. From the rice paddies, to the rice dishes on tables around the globe, you'll see it all!.

Illustrations and simple text introduce young readers to building a farm and some of the items that can be found on a farm.

"Antibiotics, pesticides, and hormones play a big role in modern agriculture. They help prevent disease and death and promote growth in animals and plants. Still, their use is controversial since they can also have negative consequences for our health and a negative impact on our environment. Readers find out how these three substances act both in agriculture and the environment, where to find them, how they affect health, and what to do to be as healthy as possible"--OCLC.

"Most workplaces are defined by computer screens, ringing phones, and artificial lights. What's a nature lover to do? Luckily, there's an entire world out there for someone whose ideal office is in the great outdoors-and the best part is, many of these jobs don't require a college degree! Outdoors-based jobs are ripe for the plucking if someone has passion, willpower, and a good work ethic. This thought-provoking title provides readers who love nature with many different career paths if they don't think college is the right path to their future"--Provided by publisher.