A simple description of a flowering plant's life cycle through the seasons. Dazzlingly colorful collage illustrations and a simple but dramatic text tell the fascinating story of the life cycle of a flower in terms of the adventures of a tiny seed. Young readers will cheer at the happy outcome of this exciting tale. And they will long remember the heartening message of the tiny seed's steadfast perseverance in the face of many hazards and obstacles...

Everyone tells a small boy that the carrot seed he has planted will never grow, but his patience is rewarded. Despite everyone's dire predictions, a little boy has faith in the carrot seed he plants.

"Gardeners and farmers plant seeds. What will they grow? Spring is here! Celebrate the season with lovely photos and a simple design that beautifully support early readers" --

Brief text and lavish illustrations explain plant reproduction and the purpose of a flower and present some plants which don't seem to be flowers but are.

Uses observations of bean seeds planted in eggshells to demonstrate the growth of seeds into plants.

Presents a guide to seeds that explains their importance to nature and humanity, describing their role in such events as the Age of Discovery, the American Civil War, and the Industrial Revolution.

Provides step-by-step instructions for a variety of simple experiments involving seeds, allowing readers to discover their characteristics and how they grow. Includes full-color illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.