the twenty-day puberty journal of Duane Homer Leech
Paulsen, Gary
2008
As twelve-year-old Duane endures the confusing and humiliating aspects of puberty, he watches a newborn bird in a nest on his windowsill begin to grow and become more independent, all of which he records in his journal.
Examines infant development from a variety of scientific perspectives. Features full-color photographs, illustrations, and overlays as well as weekly and monthly descriptions of physical and behavioral development.
Explains to young readers how a flower grows and blooms. Features color photographs, a pronunciation guide, a glossary, sidebars and a list of Internet links.