life cycles

Follows the development of a large old maple tree from its growth from a seed during the American Revolution to its maturity in the late twentieth century.

A simple introduction to the physical characteristics and behavior of butterflies, showing all phases of development up until the butterfly lays eggs of its own.

Depicts a bud on an apple tree as it grows into an apple, ripens, is harvested, and provides seeds as a promise for the future.

Traces the life cycle of the Douglas fir and the old-growth forest and their intricate web of life.

Photographs help show the life cycle of the moth from the egg and caterpillar stages to the moment it emerges from the cocoon as a flying insect.

Poems and illustrations trace the yearly life cycle of toads from tadoles in the spring to adults which hibernate in the winter.

Provides an introduction to the life cycle, physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of a penguin.

Describes the habitat, eating habits, and life cycle of frogs.

Describes the habitat, eating habits, and life cycle of the honeybee.

Describes the life cycle, habitat, and eating habits of the seven-spotted ladybug and similar beetles.