garden ecology

Describes everything in nature that nurtures a flower and helps it grow.

A fictionalized account of how plant scientist George Washington Carver came to an Alabama school and taught the children how to grow plants and reap the rewards of nature's bounty. Includes factual note about George Washington Carver.

Two children plant a flower and learn how it grows and thrives in harmony with the ladybugs, ants, bees, and other animals that inhabit its small patch of ground.

A gardener upsets the natural balance in his garden by using poison and learns the value of another method of controlling pests.

In this version of the classic song "Old MacDonald Had a Farm," the farmer's granddaughter plants a garden which provides a place for birds, insects, and other wild creatures to shelter and nest. Backmatter presents facts and activities related to this lively ecosystem.

A practical guide to all aspects of natural gardening, a 100% organic approach.

Illustrates how a house can become a home for insects, animals, plants, and birds.

Describes the microhabit of a flowerbed.

Describes the living things in a flower garden, focusing on the dynamic variety of plants and the creatures that depend on them. Includes tips for starting a flower garden.

Text, photographs, and fun projects help teach about some amazing creatures found in ordinary homes: silverfish, weevils, earthworms, bats, and snails.