agriculture

An introduction, in simple text and illustrations, to farming and the work done on a farm throughout the seasons.

Introduction the jobs done on farms around the world.

"...shows how methods of growing, using, and delivering food--one of the most vital resources to humans--have developed and changed throughout time..."--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photographs explain the different places that food comes from.

Little Critter and his younger sister help their grandparents pick pumpkins and apples, take down the scarecrow, and do other chores at harvest time.

A group of six mismatched girls work together on a Canadian farm in 1943 as the second World War is raging, doing the jobs of the men who have gone to war.

"This book touches on topics including the importance of agriculture, farm runoff, responsible harvesting, and reforestation, as well as how these events affect Earth's landscape"--Amazon.

Discusses differences in where people obtain food now compared to the past, including how food is raised, grown, processed, and stored. Includes a glossary and a list of further resources.

Dickson Despommier shares his concept of the vertical farm as a possible solution to the world's food, water, and energy problems, and discusses the many benefits of having crops grown inside skyscrapers.