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One Bean

Written by Anne Rockwell

Illustrated by Megan Halsey

Walker Books for Young Readers (1999)

What happens when you plant just one little bean? This first science book about planting and observation takes young observers step-by-step through a plant's growth cycle, from planting the bean in a paper cup to the tasty results.

AWARDS

  • American Bookseller’s Pick of the Lists, 1998
  • CBC (Children’s Book Council) Not Just for Children Anymore! 1998
  • CBC-NSTA (National Science Teacher’s Award) Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children. 1998
  • Society of School Librarians International Book Award Honor Book, 1998-99

REVIEWS

“An inviting and accessible introduction to plant growth and scientific observation.”

— School Library Journal

“A practical and understandable example of scientific observation for budding young naturalists…This is an ideal book…”

— Kirkus Reviews

“The excitement of how things grow will touch young readers.”

— Booklist

“Packed with facts and featuring activities kids can do themselves, this book is perfect for blossoming botanists and growing gardeners alike.”

— Scientific American Explorations