Jennifer Lackey

Summary:
This book is about the process of how wheat is made. It explains the process of how wheat is planted and what it looks like when it is ready to be picked. It also explains the process of everything that a farmer has to do it.

Personal Reaction:

I liked this book because of the detail but how simple they made it so the children can understand it.

Classroom Extensions:

1. If there is a local farmer or a farm you can take a field trip to a wheat field.

2. The children can plant a seed or some kind of plant and grow it inside the classroom so they can understand the process better.… (mais)

By Jennifer Lackey
This book, from the fabulous How Did That Get Here? Series, delves into the specifics about the origin, history and uses of Wheat. Children will learn about how wheat first came to be, how it spread across the globe and all the different varieties and uses for this popular this grain. Informs readers of the details about farming and harvesting wheat, the diseases and pests it carries, little known facts about wheat and much more! Illustrated with full-color photos and artwork which clearly shows the stages of wheat (growth, harvest, production etc), this book is the perfect way for children to start learning about where their food comes from. Includes an index and glossary of bold text. Softcover, 32 pages. Ages 9-12.… (mais)