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1. Brenner, Barbara // Garelick, May (1992). The tremendous tree book. Honesdale, PA: Caroline House.

Abstract:
Characteristics of different trees are given with descriptions of different leaves. Tree history, tree survival strategies and uses of trees by both humans and wildlife are shared.

Abstract provided by Ashley Price, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Autumn] [Classification] [Food] [Forest] [Geography] [Habitat] [Identification] [Nature] [Nutrition] [Observation] [Plants] [Recreation] [Reproduction] [Rhyme] [Seasons] [Seed] [Spring] [Temperature] [Tree] [Wildlife] [Woods]

2. Bulla, Robert Clyde (1960). A tree is a plant. New York: Harper Collins Publisher Inc..

Abstract:
Trees are the biggest growing plants; they come in a variety, and most grow from seeds. The seeds are planted, and stay in the ground throughout winter. They begin to grow during Spring time, and blossom for only a few days. When Autumn comes, the leaves die and fall to the ground, leaving trees bare, then the process repeats itself.

Abstract provided by Athena Le, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Author's Note] [Autumn] [Critical Thinking] [Food] [Ice] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Plants] [Rain] [Rainbow] [Science] [Seasons] [Seed] [Snow] [Spring] [Summer] [Tree] [Water] [Weather]

3. Cherry, Lynne (2003). How groundhog's garden grew. New York: The Blue Sky Press.

Abstract:
Little Groundhog was hungry. His friend Squirrel reminds him that it would not be nice to eat from someone else's garden; he offers to teach Groundhog how to grow food in his own garden. Groundhog learns that cooperation with the birds and insects around him will help meet their needs and help his garden grow. After planting, tending, and harvesting his garden, Groundhog has a feast with his friends.

Pamela Theurer, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Animals] [Author's Note] [Birds] [Bluebird] [Butterfly] [Cooperation] [Cycle] [Dragonfly] [Flowers] [Food] [Friendship] [Garden] [Goldfish] [Helping] [Hunger] [Insects] [Mole] [Nature] [Opossum] [Plants] [Praying Mantis] [Reptiles] [Robin] [Seed] [Skunk] [Snake] [Squirrel] [Toad] [Turtle] [Vocabulary] [Winter] [Wren]

4. Cherry, Lynne (2003). How groundhog's garden grew. Mexico: The Blue Sky Press.

Abstract:
In this story of friendship and sharing, Squirrel teaches Groundhog how to grow a garden. Groundhog learns how to plant and care for many different plants and vegetables. In the end there is enough for all of their friends to enjoy.

Abstract provided by Elizabeth Popham, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Autumn] [Cooperation] [Critical Thinking] [Friendship] [Garden] [Goal Setting] [Groundhog] [Hibernation] [Plants] [Problem Solving] [Seasons] [Seed] [Sharing] [Squirrel] [Sun] [Teaching] [Verbal Communication] [Water] [Wind]

5. Cole, Henry (1995). Jack's garden. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Jack has a garden where he plants seeds. Plants and flowers grow in the garden. The garden attracts insects and birds.

Abstract provided by Tina Brezinski for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Bee] [Beetle] [Birds] [Bug] [Butterfly] [Critical Thinking] [Flowers] [Insects] [Plants] [Rain] [Seasons] [Seed] [Sequence] [Summer] [Water]

6. Garland, Sarah (2004). Eddie's garden and how to make things grow. London: Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

Abstract:
Eddie and his mother and sister decide to start a garden. While doing this, they have lots of fun and learn everything there is to know about seeds, plants and gardening. Their garden yields just enough yummy food for a family picnic!

Abstract provided by Shaquela Johnson, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Bee] [Butterfly] [Conflict Resolution] [Cycle] [Family] [Flowers] [Food] [Garden] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Insects] [Parents] [Picnic] [Seed] [Siblings] [Teamwork]

7. Greenstein, Elaine (2004). One little seed. New York: Penguin Group.

Abstract:
Day after day, a small seed establishes its' roots. In order for the seed to sprout and blossom, it needs water, sun, and care to grow into a beautiful sunflower.

Abstract provided by Carrie Minges, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Caring] [Feelings] [Flowers] [Garden] [Growing Up] [Love] [Plants] [Rain] [Seed] [Sun] [Weather]

8. Henkes, Kevin (2005). So happy!. China: South China Printing Company Ltd.

Abstract:
A magic seed was planted, a rabbit wandered, and a little boy just wanted something to do. Just before it began to rain the seed became thirsty, the rabbit was lost, and the little boy was bored. The rain brought happiness to the boy and left the rabbit wet and scared. As the seed grew, the boy built a bridge to reach it and the rabbit used it to cross the creek to return to his family. The little boy returned home with the flower that grew from the seed as a present to his mother.

Abstract provided by Lisa Riley, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Bodies Of Water] [Boredom] [Creek] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Imagination] [Magic] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Plants] [Rabbit] [Rain] [Seed] [Sun] [Weather]

9. Hickman, Pamela (1997). A seed grows. Toronto, Canada: Kids Can Press Ltd..

Abstract:
Sam plants a seed that grows into a tasty treat - a watermelon! Flaps open on this book to reveal factual information about the progression of the seed's growth. This interactive adventure engages children to explore the world around them.

Abstract provided by Allison Krugh, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Bee] [Bug] [Critical Thinking] [Cycle] [Decision Making] [Flowers] [Food] [Garden] [Goal Setting] [Insects] [Nature] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Plants] [Science] [Seed] [Sun] [Verbal Communication]

10. Johnston, Tony (2005). The whole green world. New York: Farrar Straus Giroux.

Abstract:
Put on your shoes and prepare to walk the world! Learn all that goes into planting and growing seeds then watch as the world turns green. Animated text and vibrant illustrations detail this rhyming story so you can "dance the whole green world."

Abstract provided by Ashley Price, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Ant] [Bee] [Beetle] [Birds] [Colors] [Dancing] [Dog] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Flowers] [Food] [Garden] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Insects] [Nature] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Plants] [Reading] [Seasons] [Seed] [Self Esteem] [Tree] [Verbal Communication]

11. Mitchell, Susan K. (2007). The rainforest grew all around. Mount Pleasant, SC: Sylvan Dell Publishing.

Abstract:
Imaginations soar while following the circle of life in the rainforest. Children learn about the wide variety of creatures lurking in the jungle. Search each page to find unique rainforests bugs and butterflies hiding in the illustrations.

Abstract provided by Sylvan Dell Publishing, 2007 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Adaptation] [Amphibians] [Animals] [Ant] [Author's Note] [Bat] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Cat] [Dragonfly] [Flowers] [Frog] [Habitat] [Insects] [Pattern] [Plants] [Rainforest] [Rhythm] [River] [Seed] [Sloth] [Snake] [South American] [Tree]

12. Wallace, Nancy Elizabeth (2002). Pumpkin day!. New York: Marshall Cavendish.

Abstract:
When a rabbit family decides to visit Pumpkin Hollow Farm one beautiful fall day, they learn about various types of pumpkins and what they are used for, how they grow, and how to respect the plants.

Pamela Theurer, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Colors] [Community] [Family] [Five Senses] [Halloween] [Holidays] [Humor] [Plants] [Rabbit] [Recipe] [Respect] [Seasons] [Seed] [Sequence] [Siblings] [Sizes] [Sounds]

13. Wallace, Nancy Elizabeth (2002). Pumpkin day!. New York: Marshall Cavendish.

Abstract:
A rabbit goes to a form to learn about pumpkins. The parents teach their children how they grow, how to carve them, and cook multiple recipes with this great vegetable.

Abstract provided by Michelle Leiter, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Autumn] [Change] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Farm] [Food] [Garden] [Learning] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Plants] [Rabbit] [Recipe] [Science] [Seasons] [Seed] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Verbal Communication]
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