One Bean [Paperback]

Anne Rockwell (Author), Megan Halsey (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 3 and up

What happens when you plant just one little bean? A fundamental childhood experiment charmingly unfolds in this first science book about planting and observation. A perfect balance of simple narration and cheerful, thoughtful three-dimensional paper sculptures just right for the very young, One Bean carefully and joyfully takes the young observer step-by-step through a plant's growth cycle, from planting the bean in a paper cup to the tasty results.

Created with respect to the developmental needs of the youngest learner, here's a concept book that tips its hat to children's never-ending curiosity about the world around them.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 2AIn a direct, childlike text, a young narrator describes what happens as a bean sprouts on a wet paper towel and grows in a paper cup until it is transplanted into a large flower pot. Completing the life cycle, the child picks the bean and eats it. Bright, bold, accurate illustrations enhance this first concept book by focusing on the plant's growth. Artfully simple, it is an inviting and accessible introduction to plant growth and scientific observation. Three extra bean activities and information for adults to share with young readers are included.APamela K. Bomboy, Chesterfield County Public Schools, VA
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Scientific American

What do you get when you take one bean and add a handful of soil and a splash of water? With patience and a bit of sunshine you get a full-grown bean plant that makes beautiful flowers and grows a whole new crop of beans. Packed with facts and featuring activities kids can do themselves, this book is perfect for blossoming botanists and growing gardeners alike. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Walker Childrens (April 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802775721
• ISBN-13: 978-0802775726
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 7.9 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #140,229 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One Bean is Great!, May 11, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: One Bean (Paperback)

"One Bean" is a terrific book that teaches children about plant cycles. The illustrations are charming and show exactly what happens to the bean throughout the growing process. The back of the book also gives follow-up activity suggestions. Someone gave this book to me with a packet of bean seeds attached, which is also a great way to present the book to a child or teacher.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars If you have a child and love growing things, July 30, 2008

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This review is from: One Bean (Paperback)

Now this is a perfect book for a young child to get the explanation of growing a bean. A simple , well illustrated story line with easy to understand idea of seed to plant to seed eg the growing cycle. If you have a little one and have a bean ( I suggest green bean) and want to read and show by example how to take a bean and get it to grow to get more beans this delightful book will help you to do just that. I have a 2 1/2 yr old granddaughter who has experienced growing seeds in a garden this year but if you only have one bean, a little pot and some sun and soil you too can give this experience to a little one. It makes Jack and the Beanstalk seem like it could actually have happened ...almost anyway. It says a lot about the miracle of growing and nature. Highly recommended. Pre school in my opinion. 5 stars even if only 4 show here.