Books with title Growing Plants

“Growing Gents” is a fantastic book that instills at an early age the importance of being a gentleman and displaying behavior that is kind, gentle, caring, thoughtful and helpful. Author, Jonathan C. Harris, shows the importance of good behavior, which certainly contributes to leading a strong and productive life. It is been long speculated that our personalities and habits are mostly developed by age five, so establishing a solid foundation early in life is key. Illustrations are by the talented artist, Deja Dameron, with every page showing animal characters displaying gentleman-like behavior. Imagine a wonderful world where our young men grew up to show great character in keeping their surroundings neat and clean, while treating others with respect and lending a helping hand without hesitation. “Growing Gents” makes a great gift for any occasion, particularly baby showers and birthdays. Jonathan C. Harris is also the author of the life-changing book, “Master of Ceremonies: A Male’s Guide for a Successful Life.”

There are lots of different kinds of plants. From the grass beneath our feet to the fruits and vegetables we eat, plant life surrounds us. This engaging book gives budding readers a guide to growing plants of their own. Whether planting a vegetable garden or planting flowers, most plants come from tiny seeds. From there, readers learn how to water these seeds and tend to what soon comes out of the ground, learning an essential life process with the help of colorful photographs paired with simple text.

Plant growth is a complicated topic that botanists and plant biologists devote their entire careers to studying. This book presents to elementary school students an accessible explanation of the process of how plants grow. It also describes how their life cycles work and how they must interact with the world around them to thrive. Additionally, this book examines environmental factors like disease and pollution by explaining what they are and how they impact plants' ability to grow. Young readers will learn the necessity of caring for plant life to improve the environment and create a greener future for the planet.

Have you ever heard of a space farmer? Space farmers are astronauts who have received special training to learn how to grow plants in outer space. Learn about the challenge of farming in outer space with this high-interest STEAM book created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for makerspaces and that guides students step-by-step through the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. Ideal for school reports and projects, this informational text will appeal to reluctant readers and ages 6-8. Ignite a curiosity about STEAM topics with this high-interest text!