Dana Meachen Rau

Two children watch a local farmer grow a crop of corn and as the corn develops--from seed to harvest time--so does the friendship between the children and the farmer.

"Introduces the idea that many things in the world around us are cyclical in nature and discusses the water cycle from puddle to cloud to rain to puddle again"--Provided by publisher.

"Information and recipes help readers create quick, healthy, and tasty snacks"--Provided by publisher.

Children realize the many ways in which they can share and do things together.

A child thinks of ways to have fun while waiting for the bus, at the doctor's office, and at other boring times during the day.

"Gives young readers an introduction to the importance and function of the body's skin"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the history of the International Space Station, why it was built, and who lives there.

An account of the ways people travel-- from the earliest means to the most recent.

Presents the history and the basics of chess, with a description of the board, the chess pieces, and the particular moves each chess piece is allowed to make.

"Describes the physical attributes, different kinds, and purposes of buses"--Provided by publisher.