Synopsis An explanation of photosynthesis, pigments, and chlorophyll--all of which contribute to the phenomena of leaves changing color.
Explains how leaves change their colors in autumn and then separate from the tree as the tree prepares for winter.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 1994-09-01 | | Series: | Let'S-Read-And-Find-Out Science, Stage 2 | | Illustrator: | Loretta Krupinski |
| Size | | Length: | 32 pages | | Height: | 8.0 in | | Width: | 10.0 in | | Thickness: | 0.2 in | | Weight: | 4.0 oz |
Publisher's Note In a clear text, Betsy Maestro explains the concepts of photosynthesis, pigments, and chlorophyll in terms children can understand. She includes activities children can do with leaves, and even a list of places known for brilliant fall colors that children can visit with their families. Full color.
Most children have jumped into piles of leaves or helped their parents rake the yard, and everyone has wondered: Why do leaves change color? Activities that a child can do with leaves and even a list of places known for brilliant fall colors that readers can visit with their families is included. "An informative concept book."—BL.
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