Llewellyn, Claire

Informative text and illustrations describe how the tractor and other farm machines work and what they do.

Explores the natural phenomenon of coral reefs, discussing their formation, location, and types, as well as threats to coral reefs and efforts to preserve them.

Explains natural sunlight, electric lights, fire light, how people see in both light and darkness, how shadows are made, what we must do to protect our eyes, and the importance of light in our lives. Depicts how animals have certain physical attributes which enable them to see in the dark and includes experiments.

Describes slugs and snails in their natural habitats, with information on how to observe these creatures without harming them or their environment.

Provides information about various insects and their physical characteristics, homes, feeding habits, and defenses.

Follows bread from its beginnings through to the finished product, describing how wheat is grown, harvested, and processed.

"A simple exploration of electricity that covers how we use electricity and how it is made, plus batteries and circuits. Includes activities"--Provided by publisher.

"A simple exploration of animals that covers animal bodies, young, life cycles, and farm and pet animals, encouraging observation of the natural world. Includes activities"--Provided by publisher.

"A simple exploration of materials that covers properties of common materials, natural and man-made materials, and which materials are suited to which job. Includes activities"--Provided by publisher.

Gives fun facts about birds-how they fly, feed, hunt, and look after their young.