Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents:
What is a life cycle? -- Science of life cycles -- Working scientifically -- From seed to seed -- Eggs and babies -- Metamorphosis -- Finding a mate -- Dividing bacteria -- Budding yeast -- Spreading out -- Generations -- Life cycle math -- Hitching a ride -- Reading your results.
Summary:
"Every living thing goes through a life cycle, but each species has its own unique steps in the circle of life. This interactive book gives readers a hands-on learning experience through engaging experiments. They'll learn about life cycles and develop essential Next Generation Science Standards skills, such as asking testable questions, as they complete each project. The scientific method is made easy and accessible as readers complete a succession of boxes that prompt them to Ask, Test, Observe, and Measure. Helpful hints and materials lists ensure readers will complete projects with ease. Fun photographs, fast fact boxes, and 'What's Next?' sections keep readers immersed in the flow of knowledge."--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.