The Biography of Rice

by John Paul Zronik

Book Overview

Rice is one of the world's most important cereal crops. From wild plants in Asia and Africa, to its cultivation by ancient peoples 8,000 years ago, rice has helped shape the course of history. Children will learn how rice is grown, harvested, processed, and sold. Clear, descriptive images show how rice is a vital food crop for millions of people worldwide. Topics include - What is a commodity? - What is rice? - Where did rice originate, and where...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0778725189
• ISBN13: 9780778725183
• Release Date: October 2005
• Publisher: Crabtree Classics
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.4" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6