Publisher's Synopsis
This upbeat and lively life science series serves up a cornucopia of information on a variety of edible plants. Explore topics ranging from where the plants origininated, how they were first cultivated, how they're currently grown, processed and sold to how they're eaten around the world and what their scientific applications are. Each book includes cross-sectional diagrams of the focus plants, literary quotes, nutritional information, sidebars, recipes, and activities. Includes charts, diagrams, glossary, recipes and activities. Ages 10-12 years.
