Ocean State Libraries

An introduction, in simple text and illustrations, to farming and the work done on a farm throughout the seasons.

Farmers know how to get the most out of the land, whether with crops or big farm animals. Readers learn more, about the lives of these important community helpers with the help of full-color photographs and easy-to-read text. Readers discover how big tractors help farmers work quickly, and what kinds of animals call a farm home. Accessible text helps early readers grasp concepts, while a picture glossary pairs vocabulary with colorful photographs...

How big can a pumpkin grow? When is the best time to plant corn? Melissa Lehman knows. She lives on a crop farm and tells readers about the fun, and work, that goes into planting, growing, picking, and selling crops.

"Describes the problems facing our planet concerning food"--

A primary level introduction to farming--its history, kinds of farms, methods and machinery, and what farmers do.

Examines the importance, structures, equipment, operations, and different kinds of farms.

Describes the activities of farmers at different times of the year and the various tools and machines that they use.