Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents:
What makes a plant a plant? -- Science of plants -- Working scientifically -- Seeds -- Plant defense -- What plants need to grow -- Surviving a drought -- Water content -- How leaves work -- Helping nature? -- Flowers and seeds -- Fall colors -- Cloning plants -- Reading your results.
Summary:
"Deadly poison, defensive weapons, specialized armor, carnivorous appetites, welcome to the wild side of the plant kingdom. Readers of this immersive book will experience the bizarre and remarkable world of plants through exciting experiments. Helpful hints, materials lists, and 'What's Next?' sections arm adventurous readers with everything they'll need for experimentation. They'll gain a working knowledge of the scientific method through boxes that provoke them to Ask, Test, Observe, and Measure on every project. They'll learn how to ask testable questions and develop other Next Generation Science Standards skills. Fascinating photographs and fact boxes keep readers engaged. Fun and informative, this versatile book is the perfect tool for any science curriculum."--Publisher's website.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.