reproduction

Presents an introduction to plant reproduction, explaining why plants are so important to all life on Earth, describing their growth process, life cycle, and the role they play in the environment, from mosses and algae to fruit-producing angiosperms.

A color-illustrated look at how plants reproduce, covering pollination, fertilization, seed dispersal, and other topics. Includes a glossary, a further-reading list, and instructions for four related activities.

Text and photographs follow the birth and development of seven Burmese kittens.

Text and drawings explain how flowers mature into seed-bearing fruit.

Traces the life cycle of ferns and gives advice on raising them.

Examines how reptiles and amphibians develop, are born, learn to live, escape from their enemies, and mate.

Brief text and lavish illustrations explain plant reproduction, the purpose of a flower, and some plants which do not seem to be flowers, but are.

A study of dinosaur reproduction, discussing what has been learned about dinosaur mating behavior, eggs, nests, and babies from clues found in the fossil record.

Text and drawings explain how flowers mature into seed-bearing fruit.

Text and illustrations follow a retriever as she gives birth to and cares for nine puppies.